Frequently Asked Questions about CData MCP Server for Workday and UBOS

Q: What is the CData MCP Server for Workday?

A: It’s a server that allows Large Language Models (LLMs) like Claude to query live Workday data via the CData JDBC Driver, presenting Workday data as SQL models.

Q: What are the benefits of using the CData MCP Server?

A: Seamless integration with AI models, natural language queries, real-time data access, and simplified SQL abstraction.

Q: What is UBOS?

A: UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform for orchestrating AI Agents, connecting them with enterprise data, and building custom AI Agents with your LLM model and Multi-Agent Systems.

Q: How does UBOS complement the CData MCP Server?

A: UBOS allows you to build custom AI agents that can access Workday data through the MCP server, orchestrate multi-agent systems, and connect to other data sources.

Q: What are some use cases for combining UBOS and CData MCP Server?

A: Intelligent HR assistants, automated financial reporting, and predictive workforce planning are some example use cases.

Q: Is the CData MCP Server free?

A: The provided server is read-only. A free (beta) read/write server is available at CData’s website.

Q: What kind of queries can I run with the MCP Server?

A: You can ask natural language questions to retrieve data or execute SQL SELECT queries.

Q: What data sources does the MCP Server support?

A: It supports Workday data through the CData JDBC Driver. See the list of all supported sources above.

Q: Where can I find the CData JDBC Driver for Workday?

A: You can download it from the CData website: https://www.cdata.com/drivers/workday/download/jdbc

Q: How do I configure the connection to Workday?

A: Use the Connection String utility provided with the CData JDBC Driver to configure the connection and create a .prp file with the connection details.

Q: How do I add the MCP server to Claude Desktop?

A: Modify the claude_desktop_config.json file to include the server configuration, specifying the path to the Java executable, the JAR file, and the .prp file.

Q: What do I do if I’m having trouble connecting to Workday?

A: Verify your connection configuration and contact the CData Support Team for assistance.

Q: Where can I get help with the MCP server?

A: Join the CData Community for support and feedback.

Q: What license is the MCP server released under?

A: The MCP server is licensed under the MIT License.

Q: Can I use other AI clients besides Claude Desktop?

A: Yes, the MCP server can be used with any client that supports the Model Context Protocol, but it must run on the same machine.

Q: What should I do if I cannot see my CData MCP Server in Claude Desktop?

A: Fully quit Claude Desktop (using Task Manager on Windows or Activity Monitor on Mac) and re-open it.

Q: What if Claude Desktop is unable to retrieve data?

A: Ensure you have configured your connection properly using the Connection String builder and copied the connection string into the property (.prp) file.

Q: Can I run the MCP Server on its own?

A: Yes, use the command java -jar /PATH/TO/CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar /PATH/TO/Salesforce.prp to run the MCP Server independently.