API calls getting an 429 “Too many requests” error...
# support
h
We are experiencing 429 errors although we're not using the API very extensively. We are not exceeding our call concurrency limit and this is not the issue. Our issue is that when we use the API get e.g. GET a call we get the 429 error. Even after waiting minutes and retrying we are getting the error. Our org id is: dfa21930-04c6-4006-b84c-d7e1c96ae23f
I went a ahead and created my own issue. Had previously added our experience to an existing thread: https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1360314178128318635/1361302172289077330
v
Hi there! 👋 I see you're experiencing 429 "Too many requests" errors with the VAPI API's "GET a call" endpoint, even after waiting several minutes between requests. While I don't have specific information about why your organization is experiencing these errors despite the cooldown period, I can definitely help with some troubleshooting steps and potential causes. ## Potential Causes & Troubleshooting Steps ### Rate Limiting Considerations According to the information I found, most VAPI APIs have rate limits to prevent abuse and ensure fair usage. When you reach these limits, the API typically sends a 429 response with a "Retry-After" header indicating how long to wait before retrying [(Source)](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336432266305339473). ### Check API Authentication & Configuration - **Verify API Key**: Ensure you're using the correct API key with the necessary permissions [(Source)](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1328923059905630238) - **Check Endpoint Path**: Verify that you're using the correct endpoint URL:
https://api.vapi.ai/call/:id
[(Source)](https://docs.vapi.ai/api-reference/calls/get-call) - **Headers**: Make sure you're including the required
Authorization
header with the format
Bearer <token>
[(Source)](https://docs.vapi.ai/api-reference/calls/get-call) ### Potential Edge Cases Some edge cases that might cause persistent 429 errors include: 1. **Using Your Own API Key**: If you're using your own API key (e.g., for a Google model), it might have rate limiting applied [(Source)](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1340022199687577680) 2. **Inefficient API Usage**: Even with cooldowns, inefficient API patterns might trigger rate limits. Consider optimizing by caching results or batching requests [(Source)](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336171779772907692)
3. **Model-Specific Rate Limits**: Some models have specific rate limits. For example, there are documented cases of rate limits for specific models like
llama-3.3-70b-versatile
[(Source)](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336171779772907692) ### Network & Browser Troubleshooting - **Inspect Network Activity**: Use browser developer tools to check for failed requests or errors - **Clear Browser Cache**: Try clearing cache or using a different browser - **Check Network Issues**: Ensure there are no network problems preventing proper API communication Is there any specific part of this information you'd like me to elaborate on, or would you like to know about other potential troubleshooting steps? Sources: - [Troubleshooting 429 "Too many requests" error with VAPI API](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336399188665040968) - [Edge cases that can cause 429 "Too many requests" errors even with sufficient cooldown](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1340022199687577680) - [Known issues with VAPI API that can cause 429 "Too many requests" errors](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336171779772907692) - [VAPI API "GET a call" endpoint documentation and usage](https://docs.vapi.ai/api-reference/calls/get-call) - [Rate limits for the VAPI API "GET a call" endpoint](https://discord.com/channels/1211482211119796234/1211483291191083018/threads/1336432266305339473)
h
Sorry. but the mentioned fixes don't help us
k
Hey Henning, sorry for the bad experience, we are currently looking into it thanks for your patience
h
Thanks! In the meantime we are now able to make API requests again. We've increased logging on our side so next time this error occurs we could help you folks out with the http cooldown period header that VAPI would return. On a different note: can you pls increase our quota? We're growing and have hit the tate limit 1-2 times per week during crunch time
k
It's been fixed, you can try after 5 minutes
s
Addressed in email.
j
Hey @Henning did your issue get resolved? Or are you still seeing the 429 error?