Overview

This node interacts with the ShipStation API to create a batch resource. It is useful for automating the creation of batches in ShipStation, which can help in managing and processing multiple shipments or orders collectively. For example, a user can input JSON data representing batch details, and the node will send this data to ShipStation to create the batch.

Use Case Examples

1. Creating a batch of shipments for a specific date range or criteria to streamline shipping processes.
2. Automating batch creation as part of an order fulfillment workflow to reduce manual input.

Properties

Output

JSON

• json - The JSON response from ShipStation API representing the created batch resource.

Dependencies

• Requires an API key credential for ShipStation API authentication.

Troubleshooting

• Common issues include malformed JSON data in the 'JSON Data' input, which can cause API errors. Ensure the JSON is correctly formatted and matches ShipStation's batch creation schema.
• API errors from ShipStation are handled and thrown as node errors; check the error message for details such as invalid fields or authentication issues.
• If no data is received from the API, the node throws an error indicating no data was returned, which may suggest connectivity or API endpoint issues.

Links

• ShipStation API - Create a Batch - Official ShipStation API documentation for creating a batch resource.