Actions26
- Webhook Actions
- Session Actions
- User Actions
- Chat Actions
- Message Actions
Overview
The node "SteveChat" enables interaction with the SteveChat API to send WhatsApp messages. Specifically, for the Message resource and Send Audio operation, it allows users to send audio files to a specified WhatsApp chat by providing the chat ID and a URL pointing to the audio media.
This node is beneficial in scenarios where automated WhatsApp messaging is needed, such as sending voice notifications, alerts, or audio content to customers or groups. For example, a business could use this node to automatically send recorded audio updates or promotional messages to clients via WhatsApp.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Chat ID | The unique identifier of the WhatsApp chat to which the audio message will be sent. |
| Media URL | The publicly accessible URL of the audio file to be sent through WhatsApp. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the SteveChat API after attempting to send the audio message. This typically includes confirmation details such as message status, IDs, timestamps, or error information if the sending failed.
No binary data output is indicated for this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an active connection to the SteveChat API.
- Requires configuration of an API authentication credential (an API key or token) within n8n to authorize requests to the SteveChat service.
- Internet access is necessary to fetch the media from the provided Media URL and to communicate with the SteveChat API.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or incorrectly formatted Chat ID may cause message sending to fail.
- Media URL must be publicly accessible; private or inaccessible URLs will result in errors.
- Network connectivity problems can prevent communication with the SteveChat API.
- Missing or invalid API credentials will cause authentication failures.
Error messages:
"The resource "message" is not supported!"— indicates the resource parameter is incorrect or unsupported."The operation "sendAudio" is not supported for resource "message"!"— indicates the operation parameter is invalid for the chosen resource.- Errors related to media fetching or sending will typically include descriptive messages from the SteveChat API; ensure URLs are correct and credentials valid.
To resolve these issues, verify that the Chat ID and Media URL are correct and accessible, check API credentials, and ensure network connectivity.
Links and References
- WhatsApp Business API Documentation
- SteveChat API Documentation (replace with actual URL if available)