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Overview

This node triggers the creation of a new execution for a specified Cronjob in the mittwald mStudio API. It is useful when you want to programmatically start or trigger scheduled tasks (Cronjobs) managed by mittwald's system from within an n8n workflow. For example, you might use this node to manually trigger a Cronjob that normally runs on a schedule, enabling on-demand execution or integration with other automated processes.

Properties

Name Meaning
Cronjob Id ID of the Cronjob to trigger.

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the mittwald API after triggering the Cronjob execution. This typically includes details about the newly created execution instance such as its status, ID, timestamps, and any relevant metadata returned by the API.

No binary data output is indicated.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authentication with the mittwald mStudio API.
  • The node communicates with the mittwald API endpoint at https://api.mittwald.de.
  • Proper configuration of the API credential in n8n is necessary for successful requests.

Troubleshooting

  • Invalid or missing Cronjob Id: Ensure the "Cronjob Id" property is correctly set and corresponds to an existing Cronjob in mittwald.
  • Authentication errors: Verify that the API key credential is valid and has sufficient permissions.
  • API connectivity issues: Check network access to https://api.mittwald.de and confirm no firewall or proxy blocks.
  • Unexpected API responses: Review the API documentation or logs to understand error messages returned by mittwald.

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