An Admin’s Methodology to Debugging Declarative Issues in Salesforce | Salesforce Ben

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Here’s what Salesforce admins need to know about debugging declarative issues to maintain system integrity and trust.

1. Issue Definition
– Create comprehensive bug tickets with details such as reporting user, environment, and replication steps to minimize confusion.
– Use templates and require specific fields to ensure detailed and standardized reporting.
– Encourage user training and consider screen-sharing for clarity.

2. Triaging
– Organize and prioritize issues based on criticality to set clear expectations for resolution.
– Appoint an “Owner” for issue management and ensure transparency in the triage process.
– Promptly acknowledge all logged issues to maintain user trust.

3. Replication
– Replicate issues in a sandbox to avoid disruptions in Production.
– Ensure metadata in the sandbox matches Production for accurate debugging.
– Update tickets based on replication findings to refine understanding.

4. Diagnosis
– Analyze metadata, data changes, and platform disruptions to identify root causes.
– Consider user error and possible metadata or data misconfigurations.
– Utilize available tools and resources for comprehensive issue analysis.

5. Solution Development
– Test solution hypotheses in a sandbox and document all findings in the bug ticket.
– Prepare for escalation with well-documented diagnosis and testing steps.
– Maintain communication ownership even after escalation to ensure resolution delivery.

6. Solution Delivery
– Integrate solutions into the DevOps process for quality assurance.
– Provide realistic timelines to users, emphasizing clear communication over speed.

Building trust requires consistency in issue management. By implementing a solid debugging methodology, Salesforce admins can ensure high-quality resolutions while fostering user confidence.

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