What is the use of setWorkflow(false)

[ishankaggarwal]

What is the use of setWorkflow(false)

[Gaurav Bajaj]

Hi,

Once you place it in your code before the update or insert query, this will make sure that none of the Business rule written on your table will run.

Please refer the link for more details.

GlideRecord - Scoped

Thanks

Gaurav

[SanjivMeher]

Check 4. Use setWorkflow(false) and autoSysFields(false) in below thread

When you are mass updating records with a background script, sometimes you don't want to run the business rules/workflow on every record you updated or have your name and the last updated time be when you updated it

Background Scripts — ServiceNow Elite

[Swarup Patra]

The setWorkflow(false) is a method used in ServiceNow scripting. Here's a summary of its use: - It is used to prevent any business rules from running that are set to run on database changes. - It is often used when you want to update a record in a script without triggering the business rules or workflows associated with that update. - This method is particularly useful when you want to make changes to a record in a controlled manner, without invoking additional processes. - It is used in GlideRecord queries. For example, if you have a GlideRecord 'gr', you can use gr.setWorkflow(false) before gr.update(). - It is important to note that using setWorkflow(false) only applies to the current server-side script in which it is used. It does not globally turn off workflows. - It is also important to use this method judiciously, as it can lead to data inconsistencies if business rules are bypassed that are necessary for maintaining data integrity. nowKB.com

[Harish Bainsla]

Hi 

In ServiceNow, the setWorkflow(false) method is used to disable the execution of business rules, workflows, and any other automatic processes during a GlideRecord update. It essentially allows you to perform updates on a record without triggering any associated workflows or business rules.

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