When integrating data operations between standard objects and external objects, what is the correct sequence of actions?

The correct sequence of actions when integrating data operations between standard objects and external objects involves committing changes to the standard object first, followed by accessing external objects. This sequence is crucial because the process of committing changes to the standard object ensures that the data integrity and consistency are maintained within Salesforce before interacting with external data sources.

By committing changes to the standard object upfront, you establish a clear and stable state of the data in Salesforce. Once this state is securely set, you can then access the external objects to retrieve or manipulate data as needed. This approach reduces the risk of data anomalies or conflicts that could arise if external data was accessed and modified before the standard object's data was finalized.

In contrast, accessing or validating external data before committing changes could lead to potential issues, such as attempting to reference data that may not yet exist in a synchronized state with the standard objects. Ensuring standard objects are updated first creates a foundation for reliable external data integration, promoting a coherent data management strategy.