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Enable Looping in Anaplan Workflow Branches
There are two enhancements that would make Anaplan Workflow much easier to use, especially when dealing with more complex business processes. 1. Ability to loop back to any of the previous steps Currently, we can create branches based on a decision task, but there is no option to go back to an earlier step in the workflow.…
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Level 2 - Sprint 1 - 1.6.3.1 Create DAT04 Distribution Center Parameters Module
For an unknown reason, I always got all the imported items ignored. I don't know why this is happening…
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URL, IP, and allowlist updates
Anaplan provides documentation that lists the domains and IP addresses you can use to connect to our platform in an allowlist. You'll find the most recent version of this information on our Support website: URL, IP, and allowlist requirements. To receive notifications whenever we post updates to these pages, please follow…
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Facing error in uploading the data in 8.5.3 Activity: Import Data into Volume Inputs Module
Hello Friends, If I use Header row 1 and Data row 2. I face this issue with mapping. and if I use Header row 2 and Data row 3, I see this. Could you help me with this?
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8.5.3 Activity: Import Data into Volume Inputs Module
Dear all, I am having trouble importing data with selecting the source for Target No.4 which is REV02 Volume Inputs Line Items. I have tried all options on the drop down menu on the left (refer attachment). Pls advise or comment. Thanks.
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7.2.3 Activity: Import Data into Employee Details Module
When importing data into the SYS08 Employee Details module, my end results looks like the second photo when the goal is the first. I have imputed the correct mapping, and manually mapped the employee detail line items as well as changed the date format to YYYYMMDD. I'm not sure what the error is, I keep getting the error…
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7.2.3 Activity: Import Data into Employee Details Module error
Hi team, Missing out some step data while mapping, data was updated successfully attached screenshot (12error), however data is being uploaded with ignored values. Do I have to make any change in the module section? @noelle_murphy
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7.2.3 Activity: Import Data into Employee Details Module
I can't see the Target items, please help me.
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Anaplan introduces Snowflake Writeback in Pipelines
Author: Kira Wagner is a Product Owner at Anaplan. Snowflake Writeback is now available as a new addition to our integration capabilities. As the first of several planned writeback connectors, this feature is part of the Pipelines functionality in Anaplan Data Orchestrator. It allows you to move transformed and validated…
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7.2.1 Activity: Import Data into Product Details Module Question
Hi there, I am having trouble importing data and I think my mapping may be off. When I get to the Product Details Line Items, there are no selections available. Can anyone advise?
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6.6.4 Activity: Add Time Settings by Year Module
How to do this ? if some one could guide me step by step…thank u
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4.8.2 Activity: Import Data into E2 Employees# List
Hi All, Has anyone completed exercise # 4.8.2 Activity: Import Data into E2 Employees# List? I am not able to procced with this, can anyone j
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Level 1 Lesson 4.6.9 File Mapping Guide
Hi Everyone My import was successful however it doesn't match the guide Here's the result of my mapping Here's the guide Hope to hear from everyone soon!
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4.6.8 Activity: Import Data into E1 Departments List
Using below mapping trying to get to but instead I am getting below, what am I doing wrong? I am actually on Lesson 6.10.2 Activity: Add Formulas to Department Details Module , but because I am unable to import and map the E1 departments lists the correct way I am stuck. Please help.
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4.6.7 Activity: Import Data into P2 Products List
Let me know what am I doing wrong here. getting different result while importing.
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What takes the most time when optimizing an existing Anaplan model?
When you inherit or start optimizing a large Anaplan model, what usually takes the most time? A. Understanding the existing model structure and dependencies B. Finding and optimizing slow or complex formulas C. Cleaning up unnecessary modules, line items, or lists D. Documentation and understanding why certain design…
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Is there any way to block the writeback functionality for some users?
I have this problem: I'm creating an AXL report, which will be distributed across members of a department. I need to know if is possible to block the writeback functionality for all members except the owner of the file to avoid accidental updates of data in Anaplan's modules. Thanks!
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No updates on Anaplan XL Reporting formula reference page since April 2026?
The Anaplan XL Reporting formula reference page has not been updated since April 2026. It's missing any reference to the new XL3LookupAsync formula. Can we please have this page updated with all the latest features from XL?
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Inform the user when its password needs to be changed
Dear all, Some times your system refuses us to log in. It seems it is because the password is no longer valid and has to be renewed. However absolutely no information is given to the user. Therefore he/she tries to connect again and again, until he/she thinks "oh, that should be the password that has expired". This is…
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Level 2| Sprint 1| 1.4.3.2 Import Data & Add Formula; Error: Item Not Located in P2 Products Family
The blueprint view screen shot for SYS12 SKU Details is shown below: The P2 Product Flat screenshot is: The P3 SKU Flat screen Shot is: The error detail message is: And the SYS12 SKU Details screenshot is: Any suggestion/advise what I am doing wrong. Thank you.
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Dependent Dropdowns on UX Context Selectors
I've come across this need more than once now so I figured I'd post it here for the Anaplan product team! We have a client who utilizes a primary hierarchy for a core list but developed the need to see the lowest level in that primary hierarchy rolling up to an alternate hierarchy of parent list members. In their Polaris…
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Did you know about Anaplan FCR's Drillthrough feature?
Author: Werner Priels is Product Manager at Anaplan, focusing on Financial Consolidation. When managing multiple data interactions in Anaplan FCR, having a clear and transparent audit trail is not just a nice-to-have; it's a necessity. The out-of-the-box drillthrough feature is a powerful tool that provides deep insight…
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OEG Best Practice: UX transition: Overview of the U.S.E.R. methodology
Looking at transitioning from Classic to UX? The U.S.E.R. methodology can be your guide in this journey. Follow these four steps to facilitate your adoption of the UX: Understand The goal with understanding is to build a vision for the UX in your company and empathize with users and address their challenges. This is…
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Ran into two issues this morning with selective access, and no items available for selecting
Hello, One of my models is generating this issue: "PLANNED Position # has selective access enabled and you may not have been granted access to any items." When I try to adjust the selective access, it then says "no items to select". I'm unsure what caused this issue and how to correct it. Any help sincerely appreciated.…
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Lack of Page Builder Access Stymies Level 2 Training for Dynamic Cell Access
Hello there, I just had the most unenjoyable experience in speaking with someone from the Academy tech support. Level 2, Dynamic Cell Access 2.4.5 has a model to download. Seems simple enough. However, what they fail to remind you in the training video or anywhere on the screen, is that if you don't have the Page Builder…
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FCR Release 2608.3 Advisory: Notice of recent changes
Please take note of the following changes in our latest 2608 release: Multi-dimensional calculations now require valid rules. As of 2608, the multi-dimensional calculation process no longer runs when invalid rules are present - for example, a rule referencing an invalid member (one that no longer exists in the dimension).…
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Enhanced board layouts — Community Q&A Challenge
This month, we're launching a new type of Community Challenge focused on learning and discovery! We're excited to spotlight the board layout enhancements from the July Release, and we're challenging you to get hands-on, explore how they work, and share what you discover. This is your opportunity to experiment with these…
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Does Anaplan XL offer a free trial?
Hi team, I’m interested in exploring Anaplan XL and would like to know whether a free trial or trial version is available for users to evaluate its features and functionality. If available, could you please share the process or requirements to access the trial? Thanks in advance!
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Help with developing a formula for an employee longevity report
Does anyone have advice on building a formula that properly calculates longevity for employees that includes an escalator based on their job effective date? I have everything built in the model but I cannot figure out how to get it to include the increases. Assuming someone is paid 20 dollars per month for every 2 years…
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