Actions7
Overview
This node interacts with an API to retrieve user information. Specifically, the "Get Me" operation fetches details about a user either by a provided User ID or, if no ID is given, it retrieves information about the current authenticated user. This functionality is useful in scenarios where you want to obtain profile data or verify the identity of a user within an automation workflow.
Practical examples include:
- Fetching the current user's profile details for personalization.
- Retrieving another user's information by specifying their User ID.
- Using the retrieved user data to conditionally route workflows or trigger other actions based on user attributes.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| User ID | The ID of the user whose information you want to retrieve. If left empty, the node fetches the current user's info. |
| Send Option | Determines the format of the message sent: - Raw Json: Sends the message as raw JSON data. - Message: Sends the message in a predefined format. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data containing the user information fetched from the API. The structure typically includes fields such as user identifiers, profile details, and possibly authentication-related metadata depending on the API's response.
If binary data were involved (not indicated here), it would represent file contents or media associated with the user, but this node focuses on JSON user data only.
Dependencies
- Requires access to the target API with appropriate authentication credentials (e.g., an API key or token).
- The node depends on n8n's HTTP request capabilities or a custom API client bundled within the node.
- Proper configuration of authentication credentials in n8n is necessary to successfully call the API.
Troubleshooting
- Missing or invalid User ID: If a User ID is specified but incorrect or does not exist, the API may return an error or empty result. Verify the User ID before running the node.
- Authentication errors: Ensure that the API credentials are correctly set up and have sufficient permissions to access user information.
- Network issues: Connectivity problems can cause timeouts or failures. Check network settings and API availability.
- Unexpected response format: If the API changes its response schema, the node might fail to parse the output correctly. Review API documentation and update the node if needed.
Common error messages might include:
- Unauthorized or forbidden access errors indicating credential issues.
- Not found errors when the User ID does not correspond to any user.
- Timeout or connection refused errors due to network problems.
Resolving these usually involves checking credentials, verifying input parameters, and ensuring network connectivity.
Links and References
- Refer to the API provider's official documentation for detailed information on user endpoints and authentication methods.
- n8n documentation on creating and configuring API nodes: https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/creating-nodes/
- General best practices for handling API authentication and error management in n8n workflows.