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Overview
The "Mailgroup" node allows interaction with a mail group management system via its API. Specifically, the "Update List" operation updates an existing mailing list by sending a JSON payload containing the new data for that list. This node is useful in scenarios where you need to programmatically modify mailing lists, such as updating list details, settings, or metadata within automated workflows.
Practical examples include:
- Updating the name or description of a mailing list.
- Changing subscription options or preferences for a list.
- Modifying custom fields or attributes associated with a list.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ID | The unique identifier of the mailing list to update. This is required to specify which list to modify. |
| Json Body | The JSON object containing the fields and values to update on the mailing list. This can include any valid properties supported by the mail group API for lists. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the updated mailing list object as returned by the mail group API after the update operation. This typically includes the list's current state with all its properties reflecting the changes made.
If the API supports binary data output (not indicated here), it would be summarized accordingly, but based on the provided code and properties, the output is purely JSON.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential with username and password authentication to connect to the mail group service.
- The base URL for API requests is constructed from the domain specified in the credentials.
- The node depends on the mail group API being accessible and properly configured with the correct credentials.
Troubleshooting
- Missing or invalid ID: The operation requires a valid list ID. Ensure the ID property is set and corresponds to an existing list.
- Invalid JSON body: The JSON body must be well-formed and contain valid fields accepted by the API. Malformed JSON or unsupported fields may cause errors.
- Authentication errors: Verify that the API credentials (username, password, and domain) are correct and have sufficient permissions.
- API connectivity issues: Network problems or incorrect base URL configuration can prevent successful API calls.
- Permission denied: The authenticated user might lack rights to update the specified list.
Common error messages will likely relate to HTTP status codes such as 400 (bad request), 401 (unauthorized), 403 (forbidden), or 404 (list not found). Resolving these involves checking input parameters, credentials, and API endpoint correctness.
Links and References
- Refer to the mail group API documentation for detailed information on list object structure and updatable fields.
- n8n documentation on creating and using credentials for API authentication.
- JSON formatting guides to ensure proper construction of the Json Body property.