Can the Metadata API Be Invoked from Apex?
On July 14, 2025, Posted by Deepa Nair , In Apex,Salesforce, By Apex,Metadata API,Salesforce,SOAP , With Comments Off on Can the Metadata API Be Invoked from Apex?
Question While researching Metadata API usage within Apex, I found conflicting information about whether it is possible to invoke Salesforce’s own Metadata API directly from Apex. Some sources claim it is strictly forbidden, while others suggest it can be done using specific techniques. A Force.com MVP once stated:“You can’t call…
