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Overview
This node interacts with the Basecamp API to retrieve a specific document from a given project bucket. It is useful when you want to programmatically access the contents or metadata of a particular document stored in Basecamp, for example, to automate reporting, backup, or integration workflows that require document data.
A practical use case would be fetching a project specification document by its ID within a certain project bucket to process or share it further in your automation pipeline.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bucket Id | The numeric identifier of the project bucket where the document is stored. This specifies the container or folder in Basecamp. |
| Document Id | The numeric identifier of the document to retrieve within the specified bucket. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the retrieved document's details as returned by the Basecamp API. This typically includes metadata such as the document's title, content, creation date, and other relevant attributes.
If the document contains any binary attachments or files, those would be handled separately, but based on the provided code and properties, the primary output is JSON structured data about the document.
Dependencies
- Requires an API authentication token configured via OAuth2 credentials to access the Basecamp API.
- The node depends on the Basecamp API service being available and accessible.
- No additional external dependencies are indicated beyond the Basecamp API and the n8n OAuth2 credential setup.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or missing Bucket Id or Document Id will cause the API call to fail.
- Authentication errors if the OAuth2 token is expired or misconfigured.
- Network connectivity problems preventing access to the Basecamp API endpoint.
Error messages:
- Unauthorized or 401 errors indicate issues with API credentials; re-authenticate or update the OAuth2 token.
- 404 Not Found errors suggest the specified bucket or document does not exist or the IDs are incorrect.
- Rate limiting or 429 errors may occur if too many requests are made in a short time; implement retry logic or reduce request frequency.