Apache Hive
Type of Support: | Read & Write, In-Database |
Validated On: |
Database Version: 3.1.0.3.0.1.0-187 ODBC Client Version: 2.06.10.1010 |
Connection Type: | ODBC (64-bit) |
Driver Details: | The Simba ODBC driver can be downloaded here. In-Database processing requires 64-bit database drivers.
The Cloudera ODBC driver can be downloaded here. |
Driver Configuration Requirements: | For optimal performance, you must enable the "FastSQLPrepare" option within the driver to allow Alteryx to retrieve metadata without running a query. |
Driver Details
The In-Database process requires 64-bit database drivers. Get the Certified SIMBA driver from the Alteryx Download Center. For more information about the Simba Hive ODBC driver, see the Installation and Configuration Guide on the Simba portal.
Alteryx Tools Used to Connect
- Input Data Tool and Output Data Tool (For standard workflow processing.)
- Connect In-DB Tool and Data Stream In Tool (For In-Database workflow processing.)
Additional Details
The Use Native Query option in the Simba Hive ODBC driver is not supported for Write In-DB or Data Stream in In-DB.
Hive does not properly handle writing multi-byte characters in wide strings (WStrings). For more information, see the Unicode® character SQL INSERT issue.
If you have issues with reading or writing Unicode® characters, access the Simba Impala ODBC driver. Under Advanced Options, select the "Use SQL Unicode Types" option..