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run_soql_query

Execute SOQL queries to retrieve Salesforce data for analysis, reporting, or integration workflows.

Instructions

Executes a SOQL query against Salesforce

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
queryYesThe SOQL query to execute

Implementation Reference

  • Executes the SOQL query using sf_client.sf.query_all() and returns the results as formatted JSON text content.
    if name == "run_soql_query":
        query = arguments.get("query")
        if not query:
            raise ValueError("Missing 'query' argument")
    
        results = sf_client.sf.query_all(query)
        return [
            types.TextContent(
                type="text",
                text=f"SOQL Query Results (JSON):\n{json.dumps(results, indent=2)}",
            )
        ]
  • Input schema definition for the run_soql_query tool, specifying a required 'query' string parameter.
        name="run_soql_query",
        description="Executes a SOQL query against Salesforce",
        inputSchema={
            "type": "object",
            "properties": {
                "query": {
                    "type": "string",
                    "description": "The SOQL query to execute",
                },
            },
            "required": ["query"],
        },
    ),
  • The run_soql_query tool is registered in the list_tools handler, which is decorated with @server.list_tools().
    @server.list_tools()
    async def handle_list_tools() -> list[types.Tool]:
        """
        List available tools.
        Each tool specifies its arguments using JSON Schema validation.
        """
        return [
            types.Tool(
                name="run_soql_query",
                description="Executes a SOQL query against Salesforce",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "query": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The SOQL query to execute",
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["query"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="run_sosl_search",
                description="Executes a SOSL search against Salesforce",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "search": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The SOSL search to execute (e.g., 'FIND {John Smith} IN ALL FIELDS')",
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["search"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="get_object_fields",
                description="Retrieves field Names, labels and types for a specific Salesforce object",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "object_name": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact')",
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["object_name"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="get_record",
                description="Retrieves a specific record by ID",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "object_name": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact')",
                        },
                        "record_id": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The ID of the record to retrieve",
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["object_name", "record_id"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="create_record",
                description="Creates a new record",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "object_name": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact')",
                        },
                        "data": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "The data for the new record",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["object_name", "data"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="update_record",
                description="Updates an existing record",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "object_name": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact')",
                        },
                        "record_id": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The ID of the record to update",
                        },
                        "data": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "The updated data for the record",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["object_name", "record_id", "data"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="delete_record",
                description="Deletes a record",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "object_name": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact')",
                        },
                        "record_id": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The ID of the record to delete",
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["object_name", "record_id"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="tooling_execute",
                description="Executes a Tooling API request",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "action": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The Tooling API endpoint to call (e.g., 'sobjects/ApexClass')",
                        },
                        "method": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The HTTP method (default: 'GET')",
                            "enum": ["GET", "POST", "PATCH", "DELETE"],
                            "default": "GET",
                        },
                        "data": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "Data for POST/PATCH requests",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["action"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="apex_execute",
                description="Executes an Apex REST request",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "action": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The Apex REST endpoint to call (e.g., '/MyApexClass')",
                        },
                        "method": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The HTTP method (default: 'GET')",
                            "enum": ["GET", "POST", "PATCH", "DELETE"],
                            "default": "GET",
                        },
                        "data": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "Data for POST/PATCH requests",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["action"],
                },
            ),
            types.Tool(
                name="restful",
                description="Makes a direct REST API call to Salesforce",
                inputSchema={
                    "type": "object",
                    "properties": {
                        "path": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The path of the REST API endpoint (e.g., 'sobjects/Account/describe')",
                        },
                        "method": {
                            "type": "string",
                            "description": "The HTTP method (default: 'GET')",
                            "enum": ["GET", "POST", "PATCH", "DELETE"],
                            "default": "GET",
                        },
                        "params": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "Query parameters for the request",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                        "data": {
                            "type": "object",
                            "description": "Data for POST/PATCH requests",
                            "properties": {},
                            "additionalProperties": True,
                        },
                    },
                    "required": ["path"],
                },
            ),
        ]

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observed

TDQS

C2.9/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure but offers minimal information. It states the action is an execution but doesn't cover permissions needed, rate limits, query result formats, pagination, error handling, or whether this is a read-only or mutating operation. The description is technically accurate but lacks operational context.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that directly states the tool's function without unnecessary words. It is front-loaded with the core action and target, making it easy to parse quickly. Every word earns its place in conveying the essential purpose.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the complexity of executing queries in Salesforce (with potential for large datasets, permissions, and system limits), the description is incomplete. No annotations exist to cover behavioral aspects, and there is no output schema to describe return values. The description fails to address critical context like result formatting, error cases, or usage constraints, leaving significant gaps for an agent.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The schema description coverage is 100%, with the single parameter 'query' clearly documented in the schema. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what the schema already provides, such as SOQL syntax examples, validation rules, or query length limits. The baseline score of 3 reflects adequate but minimal value addition.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Executes') and target ('a SOQL query against Salesforce'), making the purpose immediately understandable. It distinguishes this from non-query siblings like create_record or update_record, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar query tools like run_sosl_search.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like run_sosl_search, apex_execute, or restful. It doesn't mention prerequisites, limitations, or typical use cases, leaving the agent to infer usage from the tool name alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.