Actions42
- Ads Actions
- Campaigns Actions
- Creatives Actions
- Audiences Actions
- Pixels Actions
- Webhooks Actions
- Reports Actions
Overview
The "Update Ad" operation in the "Ads" resource of this node allows users to modify an existing Snapchat advertisement within a specified ad account. This operation is useful for marketers and advertisers who want to adjust ad parameters such as targeting, budget, creative elements, or scheduling after the ad has been created.
Typical scenarios include:
- Updating the content or metadata of an active ad campaign.
- Changing bid amounts or budgets based on performance data.
- Modifying targeting criteria to better reach desired audiences.
- Correcting errors or updating information without creating a new ad.
For example, a user might update the ad's JSON data to change the ad name, adjust the daily budget, or swap out creative assets.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Ad Account ID | The unique identifier of the Snapchat Ad Account where the ad resides. |
| Ad ID | The unique identifier of the specific Snapchat Ad to update. |
| Ad Data | A JSON object containing the updated properties and configuration for the Snapchat Ad. |
Output
The output is a JSON object representing the updated ad as returned by the Snapchat API. It typically includes details such as the ad's ID, status, configuration, targeting, and other metadata reflecting the changes made.
No binary data output is involved in this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an active subscription and valid API key for the external "N8N Tools API" service used for validation.
- Requires OAuth2 credentials configured for accessing the Snapchat Ads API.
- The node uses the Snapchat Ads API endpoint
https://adsapi.snapchat.comto perform operations. - Proper permissions on the Snapchat Ad Account are necessary to update ads.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid Subscription or API Key: If the node throws an error about invalid subscription or API key, verify that your API key credential is correct and that your subscription to the external validation service is active.
- Missing or Incorrect IDs: Ensure that both the Ad Account ID and Ad ID are correctly provided; otherwise, the API will fail to locate the ad to update.
- Malformed JSON in Ad Data: The "Ad Data" property must be valid JSON. Invalid JSON syntax will cause parsing errors.
- API Permission Errors: If the Snapchat API returns permission errors, check that the OAuth2 credentials have sufficient rights to update ads in the specified account.
- Network or Endpoint Issues: Connectivity problems with the Snapchat API or the validation service can cause failures; ensure network access and correct endpoint URLs.
Links and References
- Snapchat Marketing API Documentation
- n8n Documentation on Creating Custom Nodes
- JSON Syntax Validator (useful for validating the Ad Data input)