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Overview
This node operation "Get Group Info" under the "API" resource is designed to retrieve detailed information about a specific group by its ID. It is useful in scenarios where you need to fetch metadata or status details of a group within an external service or platform that supports group management via API.
Typical use cases include:
- Fetching group details for display or logging.
- Validating group existence before performing further operations.
- Integrating group data into workflows for automation or reporting.
For example, if you manage chat groups or project teams through an API, this node can be used to pull the current state or attributes of a group identified by its unique ID.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Send Option | Choice between sending the message as raw JSON (Raw Json) or using a predefined format (Message). |
| Group ID | The unique identifier of the group whose information you want to retrieve. This is a required string input. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data containing the group's information as returned by the external API. The exact structure depends on the API response but typically includes fields such as group name, members, creation date, and other metadata.
If binary data is involved (not indicated here), it would represent associated files or media related to the group, but this node primarily deals with JSON data.
Dependencies
- Requires access to an external API that manages groups and supports fetching group info by ID.
- Needs proper authentication credentials (e.g., API key or token) configured in n8n to authorize requests.
- The node implementation depends on HTTP request capabilities and JSON parsing.
Troubleshooting
- Missing or invalid Group ID: Ensure the Group ID property is provided and correctly formatted; otherwise, the API call will fail.
- Authentication errors: Verify that the API credentials are correctly set up and have permissions to access group information.
- API rate limits or downtime: If requests fail intermittently, check the API provider's status and rate limit policies.
- Unexpected response format: If the output JSON does not match expectations, confirm the API version and parameters used.
Common error messages might include:
- "Group not found" — indicates the provided Group ID does not exist.
- "Unauthorized" or "Forbidden" — indicates credential issues.
- "Invalid request" — may indicate malformed inputs or unsupported options.
Resolving these usually involves verifying inputs, credentials, and API documentation.
Links and References
- Refer to the external API's official documentation for the "Get Group Info" endpoint for detailed response schema and authentication requirements.
- n8n documentation on creating and configuring custom nodes and handling API credentials.