Invoking a Workflow using Repeating Component Request (RCR) in Siebel
RCR is used whenever a periodic repetition of tasks is required.
For example : A daily reminder about pending activities
NB : RCR can only be tested using server
Step 1: Create a Workflow that carries out the task to be performed
eg: Workflow to count number of pending activities and display the same
Step 2: Publish and activate the workflow
Step 3: Navigate to Administration-Server Management > Jobs
Create a new Record in jobs list with the following details
Component/Job : Workflow Process Manager
Scheduled Start : <Required date and Time>
Repeating : Checked
Repeat Unit : <Unit of periodicity>
Repeat interval : <Frequency of repetition>
Add a new Record in Job Parameters as
Name : Workflow Process Name
Value : <Name of the workflow>
Step 4 : Submit the Job
RCR is now successfully configured
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