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Overview

This node integration allows users to interact with FreshBooks, specifically managing clients among other resources. The "Delete" operation for the "Client" resource enables users to remove a client from their FreshBooks account by specifying the client's unique identifier.

Common scenarios where this node is beneficial include:

  • Automating client management workflows, such as cleaning up outdated or inactive client records.
  • Integrating FreshBooks client deletion into broader business automation pipelines.
  • Synchronizing client data between FreshBooks and other systems by removing clients no longer needed.

Practical example:

  • A user wants to automatically delete clients who have not engaged in any projects or invoices for over a year. This node can be used within an n8n workflow to identify such clients and delete them programmatically.

Properties

Name Meaning
Account ID Your FreshBooks Account ID. This is required to specify which FreshBooks account to use.

Note: The provided input property is "Account ID," which is mandatory for the Client resource operations including Delete.

Output

The output of the delete operation typically contains JSON data confirming the deletion status. Since the source code does not explicitly show the exact response structure for the delete operation on clients, it can be assumed that the node returns the standard API response from FreshBooks indicating success or failure of the deletion request.

No binary data output is indicated for this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active FreshBooks account with appropriate permissions.
  • Requires an API authentication token (OAuth2 or similar) configured in n8n credentials to authorize requests to FreshBooks API.
  • The node uses the base URL https://api.freshbooks.com for API calls.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid or missing Account ID: Ensure the Account ID is correctly entered; it can be found in your FreshBooks account settings.
    • Insufficient permissions: The API token must have rights to delete clients.
    • Client not found: Attempting to delete a non-existent client will result in an error.
    • Network or API errors: Check connectivity and FreshBooks API status.

  • Error messages:

    • Unauthorized or 401 errors: Verify API credentials and permissions.
    • 404 Not Found: The specified client ID may be incorrect or already deleted.
    • 400 Bad Request: Input parameters might be malformed or missing.

Resolving these usually involves verifying input parameters, ensuring correct API credentials, and checking FreshBooks API documentation for any changes.

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