deploying-omnistudio-datapacks
Salesforce Industries DataPack deployment automation using Vlocity Build. TRIGGER when: user deploys or validates OmniStudio/Vlocity DataPacks with vlocity commands (packDeploy/packRetry/packExport/packGetDiffs), sets up DataPack CI/CD pipelines, or troubleshoots DataPack migration errors. DO NOT TRIGGER when: deploying Salesforce metadata with sf project deploy (use deploying-metadata), authoring OmniStudio artifacts (use building-omnistudio-), or writing Apex/LWC business logic (use generating-apex/generating-lwc-components).
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill deploying-omnistudio-datapacks- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads deploying-omnistudio-datapacks automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
deploying-omnistudio-datapacks: Vlocity Build DataPack Deployment
Use this skill when the user needs Vlocity DataPack deployment orchestration: export/deploy workflow, manifest-driven deploys, failure triage, and CI/CD sequencing for OmniStudio/Industries DataPacks.
Scope
Use deploying-omnistudio-datapacks when work involves:
vlocity packDeploy,packRetry,packContinue,packExport,packGetDiffs,validateLocalData- DataPack job-file design (
projectPath,expansionPath,manifest,queries) - org-to-org DataPack migration and retry loops
- troubleshooting DataPack dependency, matching-key, and GlobalKey issues
Delegate elsewhere when the user is:
- deploying standard metadata with
sf project deploy-> deploying-metadata - building OmniScripts, FlexCards, IPs, or Data Mappers ->
building-omnistudio-* - designing Product2 EPC bundles -> modeling-omnistudio-epc-catalog
- writing Apex/LWC code -> generating-apex, generating-lwc-components
Critical Operating Rules
- Use Vlocity Build (
vlocity) commands for DataPacks, notsf project deploy. - Prefer Salesforce CLI auth integration (
-sfdx.username <alias>) over username/password files when available. - Always run a pre-deploy quality gate before full deploy:
validateLocalData- optional
packGetDiffs - then
packDeploy
- Use
packRetryrepeatedly when error counts are dropping; stop when retries no longer improve results. - Keep matching-key strategy and GlobalKey integrity consistent across source and target orgs.
Required Context to Gather First
Ask for or infer:
- source org and target org aliases
- job file path and DataPack project path
- deployment scope (full project, manifest subset, or specific
-key) - whether this is export, deploy, retry, continue, or diff-only
- namespace model (
%vlocity_namespace%,vlocity_cmt, or core) - known constraints (new sandbox bootstrap, trigger behavior, matching key customizations)
Preflight checks:
vlocity help
sf org list
sf org display --target-org <alias> --json
test -f <job-file>.yaml
Recommended Workflow
1. Ensure tool readiness
npm install --global vlocity
vlocity help
2. Validate project data locally
vlocity -sfdx.username <source-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml validateLocalData
Use --fixLocalGlobalKeys only when explicitly requested and after explaining impact.
3. Export from source (when needed)
vlocity -sfdx.username <source-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packExport
vlocity -sfdx.username <source-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packRetry
4. Deploy to target
vlocity -sfdx.username <target-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packDeploy
vlocity -sfdx.username <target-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packRetry
5. Continue interrupted jobs
vlocity -sfdx.username <target-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packContinue
6. Verify post-deploy parity
vlocity -sfdx.username <target-alias> -job <job-file>.yaml packGetDiffs
Job-file starter: references/job-file-template.md
Gotchas
| Error / symptom | Likely cause | Default fix direction |
|---|---|---|
No match found for ... | missing dependency in target org | include missing DataPack key and redeploy |
Duplicate Results found for ... GlobalKey | duplicate records in target | clean duplicates and re-run deploy |
Multiple Imported Records ... same Salesforce Record | source duplicate matching-key records | remove duplicates in source and re-export |
No Configuration Found | outdated DataPack settings | run packUpdateSettings or enable autoUpdateSettings |
Some records were not processed | settings mismatch / partial dependency state | refresh settings both orgs, then retry |
| SASS / template compile failures | missing referenced UI template assets | export/deploy referenced template dependencies first |
Detailed matrix: references/troubleshooting-matrix.md
CI/CD Guidance
Default pipeline shape:
- authenticate orgs (
sf org login ...) - validate local DataPack integrity (
validateLocalData) - export changed scope (
packExportor manifest-driven export) - deploy (
packDeploy) - retry loop (
packRetry) until stable - compare (
packGetDiffs) and publish deployment report
For incremental deploy optimization, use job-file options such as:
gitCheck: truegitCheckKey: <folder>manifestfor deterministic scope control
Cross-Skill Integration
| Need | Delegate to | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| metadata deploy outside DataPacks | deploying-metadata | Metadata API workflows |
| OmniStudio component authoring | building-omnistudio-* | build artifacts before deploy |
| EPC product and offer payload authoring | modeling-omnistudio-epc-catalog | Product2/DataPack model quality |
| Apex trigger/log error diagnosis | debugging-apex-logs, generating-apex | automation-side root-cause fixes |
Output Expectations
After completing a DataPack operation, deliver a completion block:
DataPack goal: <export / deploy / retry / diff / ci-cd>
Source org: <alias or N/A>
Target org: <alias or N/A>
Scope: <job file + manifest/key/full>
Result: <passed / failed / partial>
Key findings: <errors, dependencies, retries, diffs>
Next step: <safe follow-up action>
Reference File Index
| File | When to read |
|---|---|
references/job-file-template.md | Before advising on job file structure — load as baseline configuration reference |
references/troubleshooting-matrix.md | When user reports deploy failures — load to diagnose DataPack errors and apply fix directions |
examples/business-internet-plus-bundle/TRANSCRIPT.md | Example of validation planning and execution for a Product2 bundle |
examples/business-internet-plus-bundle/deploy-business-internet-plus-bundle.yaml | Example job file for scope-limited validateLocalData run |
examples/business-internet-plus-bundle-deploy/TRANSCRIPT.md | Example of full deploy cycle including packDeploy and packRetry outcomes |
examples/business-internet-plus-bundle-deploy/deploy-business-internet-plus-bundle.yaml | Example job file for staged deployment with manifest targeting |
FAQ
What does the deploying-omnistudio-datapacks skill do?
Salesforce Industries DataPack deployment automation using Vlocity Build. TRIGGER when: user deploys or validates OmniStudio/Vlocity DataPacks with vlocity commands (packDeploy/packRetry/packExport/packGetDiffs), sets up DataPack CI/CD pipelines, or troubleshoots DataPack migration errors. DO NOT TRIGGER when: deploying Salesforce metadata with sf project deploy (use deploying-metadata), authoring OmniStudio artifacts (use building-omnistudio-), or writing Apex/LWC business logic (use generating-apex/generating-lwc-components).
How do I install deploying-omnistudio-datapacks?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill deploying-omnistudio-datapacks in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/deploying-omnistudio-datapacks/ (personal) or .claude/skills/deploying-omnistudio-datapacks/ (project).
Which AI agents can use deploying-omnistudio-datapacks?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is deploying-omnistudio-datapacks safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains deploying-omnistudio-datapacks?
It is published by forcedotcom in forcedotcom/sf-skills. It has 2,406 recorded installs.
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