How to configure Crystal Report from Test DB to Production DB

Hi,
I have a VB/asp.net application that is currently using Oracle DB.
Now, I'm creating a new Crytal report that will connect using any userID, password, database, servername on runtime.
When I created the Crystal Report I used the Oracle OLE/DB connection using the test database logon information now I would like to make this dynamic at form load event which I have my crystal report viewer configured and then pass the dataset regardless if it is coming from test or production database.
Now, at form load connection using the test database I can see the report properly which I provided with the same logon information when the crystal report was created but when I switch the login using the production database, it doesn't get the correct datasource and logon information and it still uses the test datasource.
I would appreaciate if you can give me a solution or any links of the previous threads that has similar issue with resolution or any sample that may help.
Thank you,
Ryan

Hi Ryan
I'd start with these samples:
csharp_win_dbengine.zip / vbnet_win_dbengine.zip
csharp_win_subreport_logon.zip / vbnet_win_subreport_logon.zip
Link to the samples and others is in this wiki: Crystal Reports for .NET SDK Samples - Business Intelligence (BusinessObjects) - SCN Wiki
Next, I find the Crystal Reports for Visual Studio 2005 Walkthroughs to be an absolute gem (and it applies to all versions of CR and VS).
And of course, the developer help files:
SAP Crystal Reports .NET SDK Developer Guide
SAP Crystal Reports .NET API Guide
Now, one thing you don't mention is which APIs you are using; CR, or RAS - both of which may be available to you depending on the version of CR and VS you are using... RAS Developer Help files are here:
Report Application Server .NET SDK Developer Guide
Report Application Server .NET API Guide
The RAS APIs are a bit more complicated, but way more powerful. And there is even a utility that will write the DB logon code for you:
KBA: 1553921 - Is there a utility that would help in writing database logon code?
Finally, don't forget to search this SCN Space. Search box is in the top right corner. I find using short search string is best. E.g.; 'crystal net logon' will return a number of KBAs (notes), wikis, blogs, etc., etc.
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