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Does ExecuteWorkflowRequest run synchronously when wf is configured synchronous?

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Posted on by Žarko Radevic 4

Hello,

Scenario is that I want to generate a document template from code, to save it in SharePoint. I am using predefined "SetWordTemplate" action. I tried first to use it directly via OrganizationRequest like described here: https://crmtipoftheday.com/608/generate-documents-in-code/ , but while testing, I discover that it is not synchronous, I was not able to reach the created note right after the execution every time.

However, it seems to be working with synchronous workflow which I start from code with ExecuteWorkflowRequest. I reach the note every time after that request. I tested in a loop, executed request 10 times, deleting note every time right after the request.

I would like to confirm if the behavior will be consistent in all environments, also when system is under a pressure.

Thanks in advance

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    David Jennaway Profile Picture
    David Jennaway 14,065 on at

    Whether a workflow runs asynchronously is determined by the workflow configuration, and not how it is run (automatic, OnDemand via UI, ExecuteWorkflowRequest). So yes, if the workflow is a synchronous workflow, then it will run synchronously via ExecuteWorkflowRequest

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    Arpit Shrivastava Profile Picture
    Arpit Shrivastava 7,518 User Group Leader on at

    Hey Žarko,

    How workflow runs, it depends on the configuration you have done while creating the workflow. 

    ExecuteWorkflowRequest is just a call to trigger a particular workflow,

    As you said, your request is being called 10 times, this is due to your code is invoking ExecuteWorkflowRequest requests multiple times.

    Could you please tell, how you are running your code or on which event?

    -Arpit

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    Žarko Radevic 4 on at

    Hi, thanks for quick response. I verified the same with custom workflow activity simulating long running task before "SetWordTemplate" action.

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