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Overview
This node integrates with the FreshBooks API to create a new client record within a specified FreshBooks account. It is useful for automating client management workflows, such as adding new clients from form submissions, CRM systems, or other data sources directly into FreshBooks without manual entry.
Practical examples include:
- Automatically creating a client in FreshBooks when a new lead is captured.
- Syncing client data from external databases or applications.
- Streamlining onboarding processes by programmatically adding client details.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Account ID | Your FreshBooks Account ID. This identifies the specific FreshBooks account where the client will be created. It can be found in your FreshBooks account settings (e.g., "eNVq4"). |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the newly created client object as returned by the FreshBooks API. The structure typically includes client details such as client ID, name, contact information, and other metadata provided by FreshBooks.
No binary data output is involved in this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an active FreshBooks account.
- Needs an API authentication token configured in n8n credentials to authorize requests to the FreshBooks API.
- The node uses the FreshBooks REST API endpoint for clients:
/accounting/account/{accountId}/users/clients. - Proper configuration of the "Account ID" property is mandatory to target the correct FreshBooks account.
Troubleshooting
- Missing or incorrect Account ID: If the Account ID is not set or invalid, the API request will fail. Verify the Account ID from your FreshBooks account settings.
- Authentication errors: Ensure that the API key or OAuth2 credentials are correctly configured and have sufficient permissions to create clients.
- API rate limits: Frequent requests may hit FreshBooks API rate limits; consider implementing retries or delays if encountering HTTP 429 errors.
- Invalid input data: Make sure all required fields for client creation are provided and valid according to FreshBooks API specifications.