sf_create_outbound_change_set

Creates an Outbound Change Set in the org — a container for metadata components that can be deployed to connected orgs (sandbox → production). Optionally adds specified components immediately. Returns the change set ID and a link to view it in Setup. Use this before deploying to production when u...

SERVERSalesforce Metadata Mcp SOURCEsalesforce-metadata-mcp
Medium RISK CLASS
Category Write
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below
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What sf_create_outbound_change_set does on Salesforce Metadata Mcp

AI agents use sf_create_outbound_change_set to create or update resources in Salesforce Metadata Mcp, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Salesforce Metadata Mcp environment.

Why sf_create_outbound_change_set is rated Medium

This tool creates a new metadata container (change set) that can be deployed to production environments. While the immediate action (creating the container) is reversible, it prepares a deployment package that could affect production systems when actually deployed. The creation itself is a Write operation, but the high severity reflects the criticality of change set management in production deployment pipelines.

From the tool's definition Creates an Outbound Change Set in the org — a container for metadata components that can be deployed to connected orgs (sandbox → production). Optionally adds specified components immediately. Returns the change set ID and a link to view it in Setup.

Questions about sf_create_outbound_change_set

What does the sf_create_outbound_change_set tool do? +

Creates an Outbound Change Set in the org — a container for metadata components that can be deployed to connected orgs (sandbox → production). Optionally adds specified components immediately. Returns the change set ID and a link to view it in Setup. Use this before deploying to production when using the change set deployment model. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Salesforce Metadata Mcp MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on sf_create_outbound_change_set? +

Register the Salesforce Metadata MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for sf_create_outbound_change_set: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Salesforce Metadata Mcp. Nothing to install.

What risk level is sf_create_outbound_change_set? +

sf_create_outbound_change_set is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit sf_create_outbound_change_set? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the sf_create_outbound_change_set rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block sf_create_outbound_change_set completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for sf_create_outbound_change_set. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides sf_create_outbound_change_set? +

sf_create_outbound_change_set is provided by the Salesforce Metadata MCP server (salesforce-metadata-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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