Troubleshooting Multistep Checks

Learn how to troubleshoot multistep checks.

Multistep checks are a powerful tool for monitoring complex API workflows. However, they can sometimes be tricky to troubleshoot. Here are some common issues and solutions:

Authentication and Authorization

Issue: Authentication failures or token expiration

Solutions:

1. Verify credentials are current and valid
2. Implement token refresh logic for long workflows
3. Check API permissions for all required endpoints
4. Use environment variables for sensitive credentials

Data Flow Problems

Issue: Variables not passing correctly between steps

Solutions:

1. Verify variable assignment syntax and scope
2. Add logging to track variable values
3. Check JSON parsing and data extraction logic
4. Validate API response formats match expectations

Timing and Performance Issues

Issue: Workflows timing out or running slowly

Solutions:

1. Optimize API performance and database queries
2. Increase timeout values for complex operations
3. Implement parallel processing where possible
4. Add monitoring for long-running operations

Error Handling and Recovery

Issue: Workflows failing without proper cleanup

Solutions:

1. Implement try-catch blocks with proper error handling
2. Add cleanup logic in finally blocks
3. Design idempotent operations for safe retries
4. Create rollback procedures for failed transactions