sf_create_sharing_rule

Creates a Sharing Rule for a Salesforce object. Sharing Rules extend the OWD by automatically sharing records with users who meet criteria (criteria-based) or who own records (ownership-based). Use to give specific roles/groups access to records they wouldn

SERVERSalesforce Metadata Mcp SOURCEsalesforce-metadata-mcp
Medium RISK CLASS
Category Write
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below
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This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-semwalajay83-sem-salesforce-metadata-mcp/sf-create-sharing-rule.md

What sf_create_sharing_rule does on Salesforce Metadata Mcp

AI agents use sf_create_sharing_rule 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_sharing_rule is rated Medium

This tool creates new sharing rules that modify data access permissions in Salesforce. While it does not delete data or move money, creating sharing rules can have significant security implications—it can grant unintended users access to sensitive records. The effect is reversible (rules can be updated or removed), placing it in the Write category rather than Destructive or Execute.

From the tool's definition Tool description states: 'Creates a Sharing Rule for a Salesforce object.' The verb 'Creates' indicates the tool generates new configuration within Salesforce.

Questions about sf_create_sharing_rule

What does the sf_create_sharing_rule tool do? +

Creates a Sharing Rule for a Salesforce object. Sharing Rules extend the OWD by automatically sharing records with users who meet criteria (criteria-based) or who own records (ownership-based). Use to give specific roles/groups access to records they wouldn. 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_sharing_rule? +

Register the Salesforce Metadata MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for sf_create_sharing_rule: 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_sharing_rule? +

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

Can I rate-limit sf_create_sharing_rule? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the sf_create_sharing_rule 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_sharing_rule completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for sf_create_sharing_rule. 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_sharing_rule? +

sf_create_sharing_rule 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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