What happens if a data load encounters a "Hard Failure"?

When a data load encounters a "Hard Failure," the load process stops immediately. This type of failure indicates a significant issue that prevents further progression, such as incorrect data formats, missing required fields, or other critical validation issues. Unlike warnings or soft failures, which may allow the process to continue while flagging certain problems, a hard failure necessitates an immediate halt to protect data integrity and to alert the implementer to address the underlying issues before attempting to load the data again.

Other options do not accurately reflect the behavior of the system during a hard failure. For instance, if the process were to continue with warnings, it would risk further complications from unresolved errors. Similarly, the system does not automatically correct data errors, as that would undermine user control and oversight. Additionally, error logs are essential for diagnosing issues, so they will always be generated to help rectify the problems identified during a hard failure.