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Troubleshoot common connector issues

Get help with connector issues.

Written by Jamie Gaynor

If you’re running into trouble while setting up or using your connectors, use this guide to identify and resolve common errors.

"URL pattern doesn't match"

Issue: The connector is not appearing when you attempt to configure an action.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Check syntax: Ensure your URL pattern uses proper regex syntax.

  • Escape characters: Verify that all dots are properly escaped (use \. instead of .).

  • Test your pattern: Run your pattern through a regex tester to confirm it behaves as expected.

  • Validate the URL: Confirm that the action's URL matches your defined pattern exactly.

"Authentication failed"

Issue: You receive a 401 or 403 error during a test connection or workflow action.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Verify credentials: Double-check that your API key is correct and has not expired.

  • Confirm method: Ensure you are using the correct authentication method for the service.

  • Check headers: Confirm that header names are exact, keeping in mind that these are case-sensitive.

  • Review documentation: Consult the API provider’s documentation for specific authentication requirements.

  • Check for additional headers: Some APIs require specific headers such as User-Agent or Accept. Ensure these are included if required.

"SSL certificate verification failed"

Issue: The system cannot establish a connection to APIs using internal or self-signed certificates.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Upload certificate: Ensure your CA certificate is uploaded in the connector configuration.

  • Verify format: Ensure the certificate file is in PEM format.

  • Include chain: If necessary, ensure you have included the entire certificate chain.

  • Contact IT: Reach out to your internal IT team to confirm you are using the correct CA certificate.

"OAuth callback failed"

Issue: The OAuth authorization process fails to complete.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Verify redirect URI: Ensure the redirect URI is correctly registered with your OAuth provider.

  • Check for exact match: Confirm the redirect URI matches exactly, including the protocol (http/https) and port.

  • Validate client info: Double-check that your Client ID and Client Secret are accurate.

  • Check URLs: Verify that both the authorization and token URLs are correct.

  • Disable blockers: Ensure your browser popup blockers are not interfering with the authorization window.

  • Review scopes: Some providers require specific scopes; check that you have requested the necessary permissions.

"Token expired"

Issue: The OAuth connector stops functioning after a period of time.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Check refresh token: Verify if your OAuth provider has issued a refresh token for your connection.

  • Verify permissions: Ensure the connector has the necessary permissions to refresh tokens automatically.

  • Re-authorize: If the connection has lapsed, try re-authorizing the connector.

  • Check provider policies: Some providers require periodic manual re-authentication by design.

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