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Overview

This node operation updates an existing Service Call record in the Autotask system. It is useful for scenarios where you need to modify details of a service call, such as changing its status, updating assigned resources, or adjusting other service call attributes. For example, a support team can use this node to update the progress or resolution details of a customer service call automatically within a workflow.

Properties

Name Meaning
Service Call ID The unique identifier of the service call record to update. This is required to specify which service call will be modified.
Fields A resource mapper input that defines which fields of the service call should be updated and their new values. It supports defining fields manually or using auto-mapping features to map input data to service call fields.

Output

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  • id - The unique identifier of the updated service call.
  • fields - An object containing the updated fields and their new values for the service call.
  • status - The current status of the service call after the update.
  • assignedResource - Information about the resource assigned to the service call, if updated.
  • updatedAt - Timestamp indicating when the service call was last updated.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for Autotask REST API authentication.

Troubleshooting

  • If the Service Call ID is invalid or does not exist, the node will throw an error indicating the service call could not be found. Verify the ID is correct.
  • If required fields for the update are missing or incorrectly mapped, the API may reject the request. Ensure all mandatory fields are provided and correctly formatted.
  • Authentication errors may occur if the API key credential is missing or invalid. Confirm the credential is configured properly in n8n.
  • Network or API rate limit issues can cause failures. Check connectivity and Autotask API usage limits.

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