---
title: "Create distribution target"
slug: "create-distribution-target"
description: "Set up a distribution target in PTC Windchill for D365 F&SCM integration, ensuring efficient data management and processing throughout the product lifecycle."
tags: ["Task", "PLM"]
updated: 2026-07-07T07:58:56Z
published: 2026-07-07T07:58:56Z
canonical: "docs.staedean.com/create-distribution-target"
---

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# Create distribution target

Set up a distribution target in PTC Windchill. A distribution target is a location where PTC Windchill sends data. The D365 F&SCM integration takes the PTC Windchill data from this location for further processing in D365 F&SCM. Associate the distribution target with the parts you want to send to it throughout their lifetime.

## Steps

1. Log in to **PTC Windchill** with administrator rights.
2. Go to **Navigator** > **Site**> **Utilities**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/7.png)
3. In the **Business Administration** section, click **Manage Distribution**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/8.png)
4. Click **Create Distribution Target**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/9.png)
5. Fill in the **Distribution** **target** fields. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/10.png)
6. In the **Type** field, select **File**.
7. In the **Number** field, type a value. You can enter any unused number.
8. In the **Name** field, type a value. You can enter any name.
9. In the **Description** field, type a value.
10. In the **State** field, select **Active**.
11. In the **Default for Context** field, select **No**.
12. In the **Path** field, enter the **Azure field storage path**.
13. Click **Next**.
14. Define the **Part Settings** as required. For the integration with D365 F&SCM, set **Publish Related documents when Publishing a Part** to **Yes**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/11.png)
15. Define the **BOM Settings** as required. For the integration with D365 F&SCM, define these settings as indicated: ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/12.png)
16. **Publish only** **Incremental Changes for a Modified Assembly when Publishing a BOM** = **No**.
17. **Publish Related Documents when Publishing a BOM** = **Yes**.
18. **Number of Levels in an Assembly to Publish when Publishing a BOM** = **1**.
19. **Publish Part Information for an Assembly when Publishing a BOM** = **Yes**.
20. **Publish part Information for Components in an Assembly when Publishing a BOM** = **Yes**.
21. Define the **Change Notice Settings** as required. For the integration with D365 F&SCM, define these settings as indicated:

![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/13.png)
22. **Publish Part Information for Components in an Assembly when Publishing a Change Notice** = **Yes**.
23. **Publish only Incremental Changes for a Modified Assembly when Publishing a Change Notice** = **No**.
24. **Publish Related Documents when Publishing a Change Notice** = **Yes**.
25. **Number of Levels in an Assembly to Publish when Publishing a Change Notice** = **1**.
26. **Publish Part Information for an Assembly when Publishing a Change Notice** = **Yes**.
27. Define the **CAD Document Settings** as required. For the integration with D365 F&SCM, set **Publish Referenced CAD Documents** to **Yes**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/14.png)
28. Define the **Process Plan Settings** as required. The integration with D365 F&SCM needs no specific setup. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/15.png)
29. Define the **Resource Settings** as required. The integration with D365 F&SCM needs no specific setup. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/16.png)
30. Define the **XSL Parameters** as required. The integration with D365 F&SCM needs no specific setup. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/17.png)

> [!NOTE]
> **Note**
> 
> The Connectivity Studio side of the integration in D365 F&SCM handles the XSL transformation of the datafile. Transforming the data while Connectivity Studio reads it keeps the original file intact. This makes it easier to debug and trace data.
31. Define the **General Parameters** as required. The integration with D365 F&SCM needs no specific setup. Click **Finish**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/18.png)
32. Click **Close**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/19.png)
33. Go to the **PTC Windchill** home page. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/da662430-6a41-47b1-8c7e-7e4ac37a9756/Images/Documentation/20.png)