Flat file data load to BW datatarget-update mode

I am loading Revenue data using flat file. I am not going to overwrite anything in my futur updates.
each time if I load I have to add the values.
Can I create
Flat file -> ODS--> Cube or
Flat file -
> cube.
In the transfer structure which update mode I need to set .(FULL/Latest status of changed records / Additive delta)
I have to create 2 infopackages-Initial load /Delta load
I am in BW3.5 system
Please provide some lights
Thanks

Hi
If I understand ur question correctly, I think
u can create both
Flat file -> ODS--> Cube or
Flat file -
> cube.
as u like
I think for flat file loading there will be no Initial/ delta load, u can do only full update
Regards
Naalla

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