Position Management - Mass Data Management
User Guide: Managing Mass Data Updates via the Position Management Module and CodeBot
Overview
This guide outlines the step-by-step process for managing mass data updates using the pre-generated workbook in the Position Management module, and automating the changes using CodeBot for SAP SuccessFactors. This process is typically used for mass updates such as positions, associations, and organizational changes in SAP SuccessFactors.
Step 1: Access the Mass Data Management Tab
- Navigate to the Position Management module
- Open the pre-generated workbook
- Go to the “Mass Data Management” tab
Step 2: Prepare the Workbook for Data Entry
Follow these steps to add or update data:
Column | Description |
|---|---|
B | Change the Processing Status to |
C | Select the Processing Object ID from the dropdown. |
E | Enter the Object ID. |
F | Enter the Object Name. |
G | Enter the Target GO Type. |
Other Columns | Fill in remaining columns as required by your scenario. |
Optional: Association Section
After the divider in the workbook, there is a section labeled Associations.
- Fill in this section only if associations (e.g., relationships between positions or departments) are being added or updated.
Step 3: Save and Exit
- Once your data is entered, save and close the workbook.
Step 4: Launch CodeBot to Automate Changes
- Open CodeBot.
- Click on the hamburger menu (☰).
- Select Start Configuration.
Step 5: Authentication and Advanced Settings
- If your SuccessFactors instance is SSO-enabled, check the SSO checkbox.
- Otherwise:
- Enter your SFSF password.
- Provide any relevant execution notes.
- Under Advanced Options, check the box for Mass Data Management.
Step 6: Monitor progress of the execution
Step 7: Open the Workbook
Once the execution is completed, open the workbook and notice the green highlights indicating successfull changes.
Step 8: Verify Your Changes in SuccessFactors
- Log in to your SuccessFactors instance.
- Navigate to Manage Data.
- In the search bar, look for Mass Changes Job Configuration.
- Locate and open your newly created MCJC (Mass Changes Job Configuration) to verify the entries.
Updated on: 26/09/2025
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