How do I find my Workspace and Model IDs?

You can use the `list_workspaces` and `list_models` tools provided by this server. They will return a list of all accessible environments along with their unique IDs.

Are actions in Anaplan synchronous or asynchronous?

Most data actions (imports, exports, processes) are asynchronous. When you run them, they return a Task ID. You should then use `get_task_status` to monitor the progress until it reaches a 'COMPLETE' state.

Can I trigger an Anaplan process that contains multiple actions?

Yes, use the `run_process` tool. Processes in Anaplan are designed to run a sequence of imports, exports, and other actions in a specific order. You can monitor the entire process using the returned Task ID.

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  "mcpServers": {
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About Anaplan MCP Server

Connect your Anaplan account to your AI agent to automate financial planning, supply chain, and sales operations. This MCP server allows you to discover workspaces and models, and trigger complex data integration tasks using natural language.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Anaplan into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Anaplan and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Workspace & Model Discovery — List all available workspaces and models to navigate your planning environment.
Execute Data Actions — Trigger and monitor imports, exports, and processes (groups of actions) to move data in and out of Anaplan.
Task Monitoring — Real-time tracking of asynchronous task statuses to ensure your data integrations complete successfully.
File Management — List files within your models to keep track of historical imports and exports.

The Anaplan MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Anaplan to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Anaplan MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Anaplan

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Anaplan, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Anaplan MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Anaplan through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Anaplan + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Anaplan MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Anaplan MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Anaplan to Cursor via MCP:

get_task_status

Get status of a running task

list_exports

List export actions for a model

list_files

List files in a model (exports/imports)

list_imports

List import actions for a model

list_models

List Anaplan models. Optionally filter by workspaceId

list_processes

List processes for a model

list_workspaces

List available Anaplan workspaces

run_export

Run an Anaplan export action

run_import

Run an Anaplan import action

run_process

Run an Anaplan process

Example Prompts for Anaplan in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Anaplan immediately.

"List all my Anaplan workspaces and models."

"Run the 'Monthly Actuals' import in the Finance workspace."

"What's the status of the process task 'p_456'?"

Troubleshooting Anaplan MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Anaplan to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Anaplan + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Anaplan MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.