Which two factors can confuse Alteryx when bringing in multiple files?

The two factors that can confuse Alteryx when bringing in multiple files are field names that are too different and the number of field names that don’t align.

When Alteryx processes multiple files, it relies on the structure of the data to combine them effectively. Alteryx requires that field names match across the files to ensure that it can align the data correctly during operations such as union or join. When field names are significantly different, Alteryx may not recognize them as corresponding to one another, leading to potential data alignment issues or erroneous results. Similarly, if the number of field names varies between the files, it creates further confusion because Alteryx will struggle to determine how to reconcile the disparate structures. This misalignment can prevent users from effectively analyzing the combined data set.

The other factors listed, while they can pose challenges in data processing, do not directly result in the same level of confusion for Alteryx with respect to file alignment as the misalignment of field names does. Therefore, the significant differences in field names and the inconsistency in the number of fields pose the greatest risk of confusion during data import.