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Data validation errors during bulk Salesforce object creation can derail entire import processes. You need comprehensive error prevention and recovery systems to handle validation failures systematically.
This guide shows you how to prevent validation errors before they occur and recover efficiently when they do happen.
Built-in validation prevents errors before they reach Salesforce using Coefficient
Coefficient provides comprehensive validation error handling that improves upon basic spreadsheet-to-object workflows. The system includes preview capabilities, field type validation, and detailed error tracking with recovery options.
How to make it work
Step 1. Use preview changes to catch validation issues early.
Before creating any records, enable Coefficient’s preview mode to see exactly what will be exported. This catches missing required fields, incorrect data formats, and invalid lookup relationships before they reach Salesforce . The interface highlights required fields and validates data types during the mapping process.
Step 2. Configure field type validation and required field checking.
Coefficient validates data types automatically, catching format errors for dates, numbers, and picklist values. Required fields are clearly marked, and the system prevents export when mandatory data is missing. This eliminates common validation failures that occur with manual import processes.
Step 3. Set up batch processing for error isolation.
Configure batch sizes (default 1,000, maximum 10,000) to isolate errors to specific batches rather than failing entire large datasets. If validation errors occur, they affect only the current batch while successful batches complete normally. This approach provides better error recovery and progress tracking.
Step 4. Monitor results and handle failed records.
After export, Coefficient adds status columns to your spreadsheet showing which records succeeded, failed, and why. Specific Salesforce error messages appear for each failed row. Identify failed records, correct the validation issues, and reprocess only the failed records without affecting successful ones.
Eliminate validation headaches
Systematic validation and error handling removes the frustration of debugging bulk creation failures while providing clear visibility into what needs correction. Start using Coefficient for reliable Salesforce data operations.
