Creating a sandbox in Oracle Cloud is a common task, particularly within Oracle Cloud SaaS applications like Oracle Fusion Applications, where sandboxes are used to isolate configuration changes and testing environments. The process outlined below details the standard steps for creating a sandbox within these SaaS environments.
Steps to Create a Sandbox in Oracle Cloud SaaS
Follow these steps to create a new sandbox where you can make and test configuration changes before applying them globally:
- Navigate to the Sandboxes page. This is typically accessed via the application's main menu. Click Navigator, then find and click Configuration, and finally click Sandboxes.
- On the Sandboxes page, you will see a list of existing sandboxes. To create a new one, click the Create Sandbox button.
- A Create Sandbox page will open. Here, you need to provide a unique and descriptive Name for your sandbox. Choose a name that clearly indicates the purpose of the sandbox (e.g.,
HCM_Payroll_Config_Update,Financials_Tax_Setup_Test). - Specify which tools or objects (referred to as "Structures") you want to enable within this sandbox for modification. To activate a specific structure for use within the sandbox, locate the desired structure (like
Structure) and select the Active check box in its row.
Once created and activated for the necessary structures, you can enter the sandbox to begin making your configuration changes.
For more details, you can refer to the Oracle documentation: https://docs.oracle.com/en/cloud/saas/human-resources/24b/faceb/create-a-sandbox-and-make-it-active.html
Sandboxes allow you to work on configurations without impacting the main application instance, providing a safe space for development and testing.
