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Anaplan XL: About “Use Embedded Workbook Formatting (Preview)” option
We are currently experiencing an issue with the behavior when grid Auto Refresh is disabled. For our use case, it is important that the configured formatting is reflected before any manual refresh is performed. Therefore, we have enabled “Use Embedded Workbook Formatting (Preview)” as a workaround to have the formatting…
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Prevent Dependent Dropdown Disruption
Problem Description: When a dependent line item used to filter a dropdown is deleted or has its format changed , Anaplan's underlying dependency link for the filtered dropdown can become stale. While the UI might show a newly created line item with the same list format as the dependency, the filter itself remains…
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Use App Page or Dashboard Name as Default Export File Name in Anaplan Apps
In as much detail as possible, describe the problem or experience related to your idea. Please provide the context of what you were trying to do and include specific examples or workarounds: When users export data from Anaplan Apps (CSV or Excel), the default file name is derived from the underlying module name or saved…
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NUX Notification about upcoming platform maintenance, or current platform status
I would like to propose an additional notification within New UX about upcoming platform maintenance, releases, or about current platform status (from status.anaplan.com). It could look something like this The purpose is to allow users to see the upcoming outages, or current platform status especially if there is…
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Talent Builder Job Opportunities - Scotiabank
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Position Title: Manager, Anaplan COE (FP&A Transformation)-2 Year Contract The Manager, Anaplan COE will be a key member of our Center of Excellence (COE) in the FP&A Transformation team, responsible for building,…
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Add Confirmation & Audit Logging for Critical SSO Workspace Removal Actions
While managing workspaces in the Single Sign-On (SSO) settings, it was discovered that clicking the "minus" sign next to a workspace immediately removes it from the SSO configuration. This action can be easily mistaken for an expansion feature and currently happens without any confirmation popup or warning. Such a critical…
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Session Timeout Warning
When the token request is near expiry, the user currently has no awareness of the impending disruptive page refresh. If there were to be a way of sending a notice to the user, preferably on the current page they are operating in, then they would be able to take recommended action to prompt recognition of activity in the…
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Formula Calculatin Time
I have a MAPS formula calculation time of 8,929,021ms - which I think is around 149minutes ( dived by 1000 to give seconds, divided agian by 60 to give minutes. Is this correct? If it is correct - how does Anaplan deal with such a long calculation time? Thanks in advance for your help.
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LEVEL-2, SPRINT-3, 3.4.4 Activity: Create Stock Exceptions Review UX Page
In the above activity mentioned above my numbers seems to be off compared to the training material. I have attached the required screenshots. Any help would be appreciated!
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Recording now available! January 29 platform release event
If you missed our January 29, 2026 platform release event, the recording is now available! In this webinar, we highlighted the most recent feature releases and how to take advantage of these in your environment. Our expert-led session demonstrated new features and innovations, provided a technical deep-dive and “how-to”,…
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Export feature in Tenant Administration.
In as much detail as possible, describe the problem or experience related to your idea. Please provide the context of what you were trying to do and include specific examples or workarounds: I need a feature to export the user's last login details, workspace they have access to, models they have access to How often is this…
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Anaplan Optimizer log API
According to March 2025 platform release, workspace administrators can download optimizer logs via API for root cause analysis of optimization errors. Which API are we using for downloading results? Is there a guide or an article that explains this process? …………… Community manager note: This post and/or comments below…
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Automated license and size management
Author: Anish There has 2.5 years of experience in Anaplan and is an Analyst at Deloitte. Managing user licenses and keeping track of model sizes in Anaplan can be daunting for teams juggling multiple models across DEV, QA, and PROD environments. Traditionally, consolidating user information means manually exporting from…
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Unavailability of Native Weighted Average(SUMPRODUCT) summary method in Anaplan like- Sum, Ratio etc
In as much detail as Description: - Weighted averages are heavily used in cost sheet KPIs (e.g., Cost Rs/T, SPC Kg/T, Rate Rs/T) across tracks in TSL. The current workaround is a numerator/denominator + RATIO and Formula summaries approach, requiring 2–3 extra line items per calculation (numerator, denominator, final…
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Best practice for validating mandatory fields during UX Page imports?
Hi ALL, Users imports a CSV file with details Product ID, Product Name, Status etc. via an Action on UX page, Here the Product ID is a mandatory field. Is there a way to prevent the import from running if the "Product ID" column is blank?
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ADO - On Premise MSSQL Server Connector
I’m trying to understand how Anaplan Data Orchestrator (ADO) connects to an on-premises SQL Server. In Anapedia, I found this: An MSSQL instance hosted on a cloud platform, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or any other cloud provider. The solution is compatible with on-premises SQL…
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A reading list to broaden your abilities beyond Anaplan technical skills
Author: Tristan Colgate is a Certified Master Anaplanner and Managing Director at Fidenda. It’s early January and, after a well-needed break over the holiday season, many of us will be returning to work with renewed energy and a desire to level-up our careers over the coming year. I hope this article gives some ideas for…
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Forecaster and related data
Background Customers are frequently wondering what can be used as related data. When thinking about related data, we can think about different types of “internal” time dependent inputs: Historical and future promotions Stockouts Price fluctuations Holidays and special events Actual data may be different dependent on a…
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External links as option for clickable Images
I've had a handful of requests to give end users an clickable external link where they can go to submit help desk tickets, contact their company support systems (things like JIRA, Sharepoint sites etc.). What I've found is Image cards only allow for linking other Anaplan App Pages, but not external links. (Please correct…
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SSO Inheriting e-mail from browser
In as much detail as possible, describe the problem or experience related to your idea. Please provide the context of what you were trying to do and include specific examples or workarounds: How often is this impacting your users? Every single user must fulfill their email address to complete logon to Anaplan, comparing…
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level 1 activity 9.2.5 dimension error
Hello again I am trying to import a formula in Unit Price % in the REV05 Price Growth Rates Staging module. However, I get this error message : Level mismatch on common dimension I checked multiple times the dimension of all the modules and everything seems fine to me. And my line items are all set to list format. Could…
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Add YTD and YTG to Polaris engine
Hello, It would be a significant advantage to have YTD and YTG calendar items in Polaris. Regardless of the calculation density, these are essential for our reporting requirements—whether supported natively or through a workaround. Thanks in advance.
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ADO source data from a csv
If you have and ADO source data that comes from a csv file, do you have to manually update/sync that file every time it changes?
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Is it not possible to have the same link in 2 dataspaces
We have 2 dataspaces (Training and Current), the training one had a link to a list in a Model. When i tried to add a link to the same list in the Current dataspace, the link showed as ticked and i could not select it. Does this mean you cannot link to the same source in 2 different dataspaces? It shows a tick in the LINK…
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Data Spreading Across All Items After Model-to-Model Import
I’m facing an issue with a model-to-model import where data is getting populated across many target intersections even though the source does not have values there. Source module setup: Dimensions: List A, List B (numbered lists) Time Versions 2 additional lists In the saved view used for import: Rows: List A, List B, Time…
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[Exam Level 3] cannot try 2nd attempt
Hello, i need some help for Level 3 exam. I failed at first attempt and I want to try 2nd. But when i entred in exam, i saw my answers for the 1st attempt, but i cannot change them. What can i do in this case please? Thanks a lot. MD
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Certified Model Builder - Certificate
Hi, I completed Level 1, Level 2, and The Anaplan Way. How can I get the certificate "Certified Model Builder"? I found this article, but the link in the article does not seem to work - Certified Model Builder Certificate Thanks!
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ADO Training
During the ADO Training, the screen is shown to transform , add a column and for other parts of the training. It does not have the option to maximize the window/ view full screen training which impacts the training experience. Screenshot below. (If you look at the second screenshot from training - it's not easily readable).
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3.3.5.2 Inventory Ordering Module Formulas
Hi, I belive My Formula is correct for Beginning Inventory line item of 'INV01 Inventory Ordering' Module and I made some mistake in SYS01 Time settings by week Module with the Line item 'Not 1st week of Timescale?'. Do i need to change anything in SYS01 Module. In the INV01 Module the value is increasing instead of…
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2310 Create DEM03 Demand Forecast Module
Hi, I need some help for my baseline forcast formula, please.