When exporting a logical model with the Meta Integration Bridges the Attribute order is Alphabetical and not in Column order.

Issue:

When exporting a logical model with the Meta Integration Bridges the Attribute order is Alphabetical and not in Column order.

Versions: 9.8 and above; excluding 2019 R1

Steps to Reproduce:

1. Create a Logical Model in erwin Data Modeler with Entities/Attributes
2. Export the Logical Model via the Meta Integration Bridges by selecting the Tool menu > Export button/for versions of erwin DM 9.8 and 2018 R1 it would be located in File > Export > To External Format
3. In the Export to External Format wizard select the Source menu > choose Import column order from: Column order 
4. In the Export to External Format wizard select the Destination menu > Type: Metadata Excel Format > Choose a location for the XLSX file to land
5. Open the Exported XLSX file of the model

Expected Results: The Attribute sort order is the same as it is in the erwin Data Modeler diagram.

Actual Results: The Attribute sort order is in alphabetical order.

Resolution:

1. Create the model as Logical/Physical, this will ensure that the Column sort order is kept as it is in the Physical Side and not sort the Attributes/Columns into Alphabetical order.