SQL in SFMC Subodh

 SQL in SFMC


To run SQL in Automation Studio in SFMC (Salesforce Marketing Cloud), we use an SQL Query Activity inside an automation. 

Source DE:


SFMC > Journey Builder > Automation Studio


SQL Query Activity:

SELECT [CustomerID],[FullName],[EmailAddress],[PurchaseAmount] FROM [subodh_DE]

After Automation:


Target DE


How to Set Up SQL Query Activity in SFMC?

Step 1: Create a New SQL Query Activity


1️⃣ Go to Automation Studio → Click "Activities"
2️⃣ Click "Create Activity" → Select "SQL Query"
3️⃣ Enter an Activity Name and Description

Step 2: Write Your SQL Query

  • SQL in SFMC is based on T-SQL (Transact-SQL), but it has some limitations (e.g., no INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE commands).

  • The SELECT query pulls data from one or more Data Extensions and inserts it into a new Target Data Extension.

Step 3: Select a Target Data Extension

  • SQL queries do not modify the original data.

  • The result is saved in a new or existing Data Extension.

  • Choose an existing Data Extension or Create a New One with the required fields.

💡 Target Data Extension should match the fields in your SELECT statement.

Step 4: Run the SQL Query

1️⃣ Click "Save & Run"
2️⃣ Check the Activity Log to see if the query was successful
3️⃣ Verify the Target Data Extension to ensure data is correctly inserted

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