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Oracle SOA Suite 12c Administrator's Guide

by Arun Pareek, Harold Dost, Ahmed Aboulnaga

November 2015

Beginner to intermediate

456 pages

9h 58m

English

Packt Publishing

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What this book covers

Downloading the example codeDownloading the color images of this bookErrataPiracyQuestions
Identifying and overcoming monitoring and management challenges in the SOA
Discovering the consoles
Presenting the dashboardNavigating the console through the navigatorJava EE applicationsService BusThe SOA infrastructureWebLogic DomainMetadata RepositoriesUser Messaging Service (UMS)
Preparing the environmentSetting up the environmentDisabling the prompt of the WebLogic password
Using the command lineStarting up Node ManagerStarting up AdminServerStarting up the managed serversUsing the consoleStarting up Node ManagerStarting up AdminServerStarting up the managed serversUsing WLSTStarting up Node ManagerStarting up AdminServerStarting up the managed servers
Verifying Node ManagerVerifying AdminServerVerifying the managed servers
Using the command lineShutting down the managed serversShutting down AdminServerShutting down Node ManagerUsing the consoleShutting down AdminServer and the managed serversShutting down Node ManagerUsing WLSTShutting down the managed serversShutting down AdminServerShutting down Node Manager
Managing SOA composite lifecyclesUnderstanding revisionsChanging the SOA composite default revision at runtimeStarting up and shutting down SOA compositesStarting a SOA compositeShutting down a SOA compositeRetiring and activating SOA compositesRetiring a SOA compositeActivating a SOA compositeDeleting SOA composite instances
The default partitionManaging partitionsCreating a partitionDeleting a partitionGrouping SOA composite applications into partitionsConsiderations for partition managementUpdating runtime properties for SOA compositesAssigning a partition to a Work Manager Group listSecuring access to partitions
Managing OSB service operationsStateMonitoringAggregation IntervalSLA AlertsMessage TracingPipeline AlertsLoggingReportsExecution TracingCachingAdvanced debugging in OSB
Deploying SOA compositesDeployment toolsPath to deploymentDeploying from Fusion Middleware ControlDeploying a compositeRedeploying a compositeUndeploying a compositeDeploying with AntSetting up the environmentSetting up the environment path for AntPackaging a compositeDeploying a compositeUndeploying a compositeDeploying with WLSTSetting up the environmentPackaging a compositeDeploying a compositeUndeploying a compositeUsing configuration plansWhy do we need configuration plans?Understanding configuration plan contentsAttaching a configuration planThe recommended approach to using configuration plansExemplying the usage of configuration plans
Importing from the Oracle Service Bus ConsoleImporting an OSB serviceDeleting an OSB serviceDeploying with WLSTSetting up the environmentCreating a customization fileCreating an import configuration fileDownloading the import.py scriptImporting an OSB serviceDeleting an OSB serviceUsing customization filesWhy do we need customization files?Exporting a customization file through the OSB ConsoleApplying a customization file through the OSB ConsoleAttaching a customization file when deploying through WSLT
Setting up the environmentSetting up the environment pathUpdating the configuration fileExporting BAM artifactsImporting BAM artifacts
Exporting MDS artifacts with AntImporting artifacts to the MDS with Ant
SOA transaction monitoringMonitoring composite instancesFaulted instancesSearching composite sensorsSearching BPEL process sensorsUnderstanding Flow IDs, Instance IDs, and ECIDsMonitoring composite instance performanceLast update time of instancesPerformance summary graphs and request processing metricsSQL queries for BPEL and BPMN metricsMonitoring OSB instancesMonitoringMessage tracingSLA AlertsReportsLoggingExecution tracing
Relevant log files
Monitoring Event Delivery Network
Managed serversJVMJMS destinationsData sources
Navigating key administration areas
Managing server profilesConfiguring composite lazy loadingConfiguring infrastructure thread poolConfiguring the Global Transaction Retry settings
Composite instance tracking and flow instancesManaging and recovering composite instance faultsManaging and recovering instance faultsBulk recovery of instance faultsConfiguring automatic message recovery through MBeansConfiguring error notification rules
Configuring and managing service bindingsConfiguring and managing reference bindings
Configuring BPEL service engine properties
Configuring Mediator service engine properties
Describing UMS architecture and componentsConfiguring UMS for Human Workflow and BPEL process componentsConfiguring the e-mail messaging driver and notificationsTesting UMS notifications from Enterprise ManagerConfiguring multiple send addresses with UMS
Describing human workflow components and applicationsManaging workflow task configuration at runtimeManaging human task service component addressSeeding organizational users and groupsMapping users and groups to application rolesConfiguring multiple authentication providers for human workflowMigrating human workflow data from test to production
Administering and testing Business Events
Administering DVMsAdministering XREFs
Providing role-based access to the SOA InfrastructureCreating read-only MDS database accountsSetting up custom XPath
Managing the dehydration storeConfigurations affecting the dehydration storeDatabase objects of the SOA dehydration storeMeasuring database growthPurging strategiesUnderstanding what is purgedSetting up automatic purgingUnderstanding parallel purgingMonitoring the status of purgingReclaiming disk and segment spaceReducing audit levelsUnderstanding audit levelsThe order of precedence for audit level settingsModifying audit levelsModifying component audit levelsModifying composite audit levelsModifying service engine audit levelsModifying SOA Infrastructure audit levels
Creating a new partitionCloning a partitionExporting and importing composites from/to a partition
The art of troubleshooting – where do you start?
Extending loggingUsing logsAn infrastructure error – StackOverflowErrorA composite instance error – SOAPFaultExceptionAn infrastructure error – DeploymentExceptionA composite instance error – FabricInvocationExceptionAn infrastructure error – Unable to allocate additional threadsAn infrastructure or composite instance error – MDSExceptionAn OSB instance error – BEA-380000An infrastructure error – BeanInstantiationExceptionAn infrastructure error – unable to extend lob segmentUsing thread dumps
Server-wide performance issuesSOA composite instance performanceAverage, minimum, and maximum duration of BPEL/BPMN componentsThe duration of a single BPEL/BPMN component instance
Troubleshooting generic SOA composite instance errors
Knowing where to lookCompilation issuesCommon deployment issuesUndeploying corrupt composites
Understanding what needs to be backed upStatic filesOracle system filesJDKOracle SOA HomeRuntime artifactsDatabaseJMS file storesTransaction logsThe SOA domain
After a new installationBefore upgradingBefore applying patchesBefore configuration changesBefore architectural changesAfter upgrade, patch, configuration, or architectural changesBefore or after a code deploymentOngoing backups
Oracle system filesJDKOracle SOA HomeDomain HomeDatabase
Discovering the ESS consoles
Job typeJob definitionJobJob requestJob setScheduleWork shiftSpecializationWork assignmentRequest processorRequest dispatcherPurge policyIncompatibility
Creating Job DefinitionsParameterizing Job DefinitionsCreating SchedulesSubmitting Job RequestsMonitoring Job RequestsAltering Job RequestsIncompatibilityDefining Job SetsCreating a dependency between Job RequestsSetting up a Purge PolicyPurging from Fusion Middleware ControlPurging through the databaseTuning and troubleshooting ESSTuning ESS for optimal performanceTuning the Request DispatcherTuning the Request ProcessorTuning the ESS data sourceTuning dead database connectionsUsing ESS WLST commandsSetting an environment variable and classpathConnecting to WLST offlineManaging Job Definitions using WLSTManaging schedules using WLSTManaging Job Requests using WLSTPurging Job Requests using WLST
ArchitectureSoftware versionsAn architectural diagramArchitectural considerationsUnderstanding the variables and terms
Downloading Oracle Fusion Middleware 12cDownloading Oracle JavaDownloading Oracle Web Tier 12c
Ensuring hardware requirementsSetting up the load balancerSetting up the hostnamePreparing the filesystemConfiguring the operating systemVerifying the temp and SWAP spaceCreating operating system accountsConfiguring operating system prerequisitesCreating custom environment scriptsUnzipping the software
Installing Java and Infrastructure on MidTierInstalling Java and Infrastructure on WebTierRunning the Repository Creation UtilityCreating a new domainStarting Node Manager in the Admin Server domain homeCreating the boot.properties fileStarting the Admin ServerCreating a domain directory for managed servers on MidTierStarting Node Manager in the MidTier domain directoryModifying the Node Manager ports for MidTierModifying the te directories to absolute pathsStarting the WSM managed servers
Installing OHS on MidTierInstalling OHS on WebTierExtending domain with OHSPropagating the extended domain to WebTierUpdating the OPSS JPS configuration on WebTierStarting the Admin ServerStarting Node Manager on WebTier on port 5558Configuring OHS
Creating Oracle SOA Suite database schemasConfiguring SOA schemas for transaction recoveryExtending the domain with Oracle SOA SuiteConfiguring the default persistence store for transaction recoveryPropagating the domain to the domain directories and machinesConfiguring Oracle HTTP Server for Oracle SOA SuiteConfiguring the WebLogic proxy plug-inConfiguring the Oracle File Adapter for Oracle SOA SuiteConfiguring the Oracle FTP Adapter for Oracle SOA SuiteConfiguring the Oracle JMS Adapter for Oracle SOA Suite
Extending the domain to include Oracle Service BusConfiguring the default persistence store for transaction recoveryPropagating the domain to the domain directories and machinesConfiguring the WebLogic proxy plug-in
Extending the domain to include Oracle Enterprise SchedulerConfiguring the default persistence store for transaction recoveryPropagating the domain to the domain directories and machinesConfiguring the WebLogic proxy plug-in

Overview

Dive into the world of Oracle SOA Suite 12c administration with this comprehensive guide. You'll learn all the core administrative tasks, including deployments, monitoring, and performance tuning, along with setting up clusters for high availability. This book offers practical step-by-step guidance to help you effectively manage your SOA environment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

What this Book will help me do

Effectively deploy and promote SOA composite applications in Oracle SOA Suite 12c.
Monitor services and troubleshoot issues to maintain operational stability.
Configure and administer key components like the dehydration store and Oracle Enterprise Scheduler.
Set up high availability clusters and deploy robust disaster recovery solutions.
Optimize system performance through advanced tuning techniques and best practices.

Author(s)

The authors, None Pareek, None Dost, and Ahmed Aboulnaga, bring a wealth of experience in Oracle SOA administration. Their combined expertise spans years of industry practice in designing, managing, and optimizing Oracle solutions. Their approach to writing is based on practical guidance and real-world applications, making complex topics accessible and actionable.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for administrators of Oracle SOA Suite 12c, ranging from novices who need a comprehensive introduction to experienced professionals looking for advanced tips. It serves those managing middleware infrastructures, especially if your goal is to improve reliability, performance, and scalability of SOA services. If you're seeking to enhance your administration skills with Oracle SOA Suite, this book is for you.