In some embodiments, a method for automated batch processing of a plurality of exception records includes displaying an automated batch processing graphical user interface comprising: a batch explorer user interface container that includes a hierarchical view of a plurality of exception record batches, a first artifact user interface component that is configured to display a plurality of top-level exception records associated with an exception record batch selected in the batch explorer user interface element, a second artifact user interface component that is configured to display a plurality of sub-level exception records subordinate to a top-level exception record selected in the first artifact user interface component, and a plurality of editable user interface fields that are configured to receive input for modifying a plurality of attributes associated with a sub-level exception record selected in the second artifact user interface component.