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Actions408

Named Object → Create Alias

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Overview

This node operation creates an alias or net service within the Aruba Central Next Gen API under the Named Object resource. It is useful for network administrators who want to programmatically manage network configurations by creating aliases or network services with specific JSON configurations. For example, it can be used to automate the creation of network aliases for easier management and referencing in network policies.

Use Case Examples

  1. Creating a new alias with a specified name and JSON configuration to simplify network management.
  2. Automating the creation of network services with predefined settings to streamline network setup.

Properties

Name Meaning
Debug Mode Whether to enable detailed debug logs for troubleshooting.
Domain API domain to interact with, such as monitoring, configuration, interfaces, routing, network services, security, management, or system.
Name Name of the alias or net service to be created.
Configuration Configuration as JSON defining the alias or net service settings.
Additional Fields Optional additional parameters such as limit, offset, view type, object type, scope ID, persona, detailed response, and effective configuration.

Output

JSON

  • name - Name of the created alias or net service.
  • configuration - JSON configuration of the created alias or net service.
  • additionalFields - Additional optional fields returned or used in the operation.

Dependencies

  • Aruba Central Next Gen API with OAuth2 authentication

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the JSON configuration is valid and matches the expected schema for the alias or net service.
  • Verify that the API credentials are correctly set and have sufficient permissions to create aliases or net services.
  • If debug mode is enabled, check the detailed logs for specific error messages to identify issues.
  • Common errors may include invalid domain selection, missing required fields like name or configuration, or API rate limits being exceeded.

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