Best practices for test case arguments and data

Recommended approaches for handling large datasets, Data Fabric-linked test data, and interdependent test cases.

Follow these recommendations for working with test case arguments and data in Test Manager.

Managing larger or variable datasets

If input values are extensive or need to vary across test runs, use data-driven testing instead of manually maintained parameters. Test Manager supports data-driven testing using Excel files. UiPath Data Service or Test Data Queues (managed through Orchestrator) can also be used for structured data and dependencies.

Data Fabric/Data Service linked test data

When a Data Fabric/Data Service entity is linked as test data, each row becomes its own test variation. Test Manager does not support grouping multiple rows into a single logical variation. If one variation needs multiple related records (for example, a transaction with multiple line items), a parent record serves as the variation driver, and activities in the workflow query the related child records from Data Fabric at runtime (for example, by a shared ID).

Interdependent test cases

For test cases where one test case's output feeds another's input, use an external data store rather than relying on in-memory dependencies between test cases, for example:

• Orchestrator Assets
• Data Service
• Test Data Queues
• An external database or file

If reuse in memory is critical, combine the relevant logic into a single workflow or test case instead.