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Overview
This node integrates with the Google Tag Manager (GTM) API, allowing users to manage various GTM resources programmatically within n8n workflows. Specifically, the "Update Trigger" operation under the "Trigger" resource enables updating an existing GTM trigger in a specified workspace and container.
Common scenarios for this node include automating GTM configuration changes, such as modifying triggers based on dynamic conditions or integrating GTM management into broader automation pipelines. For example, a marketing team could automatically update triggers when launching new campaigns without manual intervention in the GTM UI.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Account ID | The unique identifier of the GTM Account where the trigger resides. |
| Container ID | The unique identifier of the GTM Container that holds the workspace containing the trigger. |
| Workspace ID | The unique identifier of the GTM Workspace where the trigger is located. |
| Trigger ID | The unique identifier of the GTM Trigger to be updated. |
| Optional Query Parameters | Additional optional parameters to customize the request. Includes options like allowUserPermissionFeatureUpdate, fingerprint, etc. |
| Request Body | A JSON object representing the updated properties of the trigger. This contains the data to update the trigger with. |
Output
The node outputs a JSON array where each element corresponds to the response from the GTM API for the update operation. The JSON structure represents the updated trigger resource as returned by the Google Tag Manager API, including all its properties after the update.
No binary data output is produced by this node.
Dependencies
- Requires valid Google Tag Manager API credentials configured in n8n (an OAuth2 API credential).
- Internet access to call the Google Tag Manager API endpoint at
https://www.googleapis.com/tagmanager/v2.
Troubleshooting
- Missing Credentials: If the node throws an error about missing credentials, ensure that the Google Tag Manager API OAuth2 credentials are properly set up in n8n.
- Required Fields Missing: Errors indicating missing Account ID, Container ID, Workspace ID, or Trigger ID mean these fields must be provided for the update operation to succeed.
- Invalid Request Body: Providing malformed JSON or invalid trigger properties in the request body can cause API errors. Validate the JSON structure before running.
- API Errors: Any error from the GTM API will be wrapped and reported with the message prefix "Error calling GTM API". Check the detailed error message and stack trace for specifics.
- Fingerprint Mismatch: If using the optional
fingerprintparameter, ensure it matches the current fingerprint of the trigger resource; otherwise, the update will fail.