What defines the structure of a message in AMI?

The structure of a message in the Avaloq Message Interface (AMI) is primarily defined by the message type. This means that the message type lays the foundation for how the message is formatted, what elements are included, and the rules governing its processing. Each message type, such as notifications, transactions, or commands, has specific characteristics that dictate how the information is organized and how it should be interpreted by the receiving system. Understanding the message type is crucial as it ensures the consistency and proper handling of messages within the AMI framework, enabling seamless communication between different components or systems.

While other aspects, such as the message sender, content, and destination, play important roles in the overall messaging system, they do not define the structure of the message itself. The sender and destination deal with the origin and delivery of the message, and the content pertains to the information being conveyed. However, it is the message type that sets the structural blueprint for the entire communication process.