BasecampInstall

Overview

This node integrates with the Basecamp API to create a new Template resource within a Basecamp account. It is useful for automating the creation of reusable templates that can be applied across projects or teams in Basecamp, streamlining project setup and standardizing workflows.

Typical use cases include:

• Automatically generating project templates based on predefined criteria.
• Creating templates programmatically as part of a larger automation workflow.
• Managing templates centrally without manual intervention in the Basecamp UI.

For example, a user could set up an automation that creates a new template whenever a certain event occurs, such as onboarding a new client or launching a new campaign.

Properties

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the newly created template object returned by the Basecamp API. If the "Return Full Response" property is enabled, the output will include the entire HTTP response including status code and headers; otherwise, only the response body containing the template details is returned.

No binary data output is involved in this operation.

Dependencies

• Requires an active connection to the Basecamp API using OAuth2 authentication.
• The node expects the Basecamp account ID to be configured in the credentials to construct the correct API base URL.
• No additional external dependencies are needed beyond the Basecamp API access.

Troubleshooting

• Authentication errors: Ensure that the API credentials are valid and have sufficient permissions to create templates.
• Missing required fields: The "Name" property must be provided; otherwise, the API will reject the request.
• API rate limits: If many templates are created in quick succession, you may encounter rate limiting from Basecamp.
• Unexpected response structure: If "Return Full Response" is enabled, downstream nodes should handle the full HTTP response format.

Common error messages might include:

• Unauthorized or 401 errors due to invalid or expired credentials.
• 400 Bad Request if required properties are missing or malformed.
• 403 Forbidden if the authenticated user lacks permission to create templates.

Resolving these typically involves verifying credentials, ensuring all required inputs are correctly set, and checking Basecamp account permissions.

Links and References

• Basecamp API Documentation - Templates
• n8n OAuth2 Credential Setup