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Overview
This node integrates with the FreshBooks API to manage projects, specifically allowing users to delete a project within their FreshBooks account. The "Delete Project" operation removes a specified project from the FreshBooks system.
This node is beneficial in scenarios where you want to automate project lifecycle management, such as cleaning up completed or obsolete projects without manual intervention. For example, after a project is finished and archived in your internal systems, you can use this node to automatically delete it from FreshBooks to keep your account tidy.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Business ID | Your FreshBooks Business ID. This identifies the business context for the project. You find it in your FreshBooks account URL or via the user info endpoint. |
Output
The output of the delete operation typically contains JSON data confirming the deletion status. It may include metadata about the deleted project or a success confirmation message. No binary data is involved in this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an API authentication token credential configured in n8n to authorize requests to the FreshBooks API.
- The node uses the FreshBooks REST API base URL:
https://api.freshbooks.com. - The user must provide a valid Business ID associated with their FreshBooks account.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues:
- Invalid or missing Business ID: Ensure the Business ID is correct and corresponds to your FreshBooks account.
- Insufficient permissions: The API token used must have rights to delete projects.
- Non-existent Project ID: Attempting to delete a project that does not exist will result in an error.
Error Messages:
- 404 Not Found: The specified project ID does not exist under the given Business ID.
- 401 Unauthorized: Authentication failed; check your API credentials.
- 400 Bad Request: Missing required parameters or invalid request format.
Resolutions:
- Verify the Business ID and Project ID inputs.
- Confirm API credentials are correctly set and have necessary scopes.
- Check network connectivity and FreshBooks API status.
Links and References
- FreshBooks API Documentation
- Managing Projects in FreshBooks API (general reference)
- n8n Documentation on HTTP Request Nodes (for understanding API calls)