Actions23
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Overview
This node allows sending a template message to a specified phone number using the Bizwachat API. It is useful for automating communication workflows where predefined message templates need to be sent, such as appointment reminders, notifications, or marketing messages. For example, a business can use this node to send a confirmation message template to customers after they book an appointment.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Phone | Recipient's phone number to which the template message will be sent. |
| Template Name | The name of the message template to use for sending. |
| Template Language Code | The language code specifying the language of the template (e.g., "en", "es"). |
| Template Components | The components of the template message, typically including variables or dynamic content. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the Bizwachat API after attempting to send the template message. This typically includes information about the success or failure of the message delivery. The node does not output binary data.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Bizwachat API.
- The node sends requests to the base URL:
https://bizwachat.com. - Proper configuration of the API authentication in n8n credentials is necessary.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or missing phone number format may cause message sending to fail.
- Incorrect template name or language code can result in errors from the API.
- Malformed template components JSON string might cause request rejection.
- Network connectivity issues or invalid API credentials will prevent successful API calls.
Error messages and resolutions:
- Authentication errors: Verify that the API key credential is correctly set up and has proper permissions.
- Template not found: Check that the template name and language code exactly match those configured in Bizwachat.
- Invalid phone number: Ensure the phone number includes country code and is formatted correctly.
- Malformed template components: Validate the JSON structure of the template components before sending.
Links and References
- Bizwachat API Documentation (for detailed info on templates and API usage)
- n8n Documentation on Creating Custom Nodes