exa-common-errors
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Exa Common Errors
Overview
Quick reference for Exa API errors by HTTP status code and error tag. All error responses include a requestId field — include it when contacting Exa support at hello@exa.ai.
Error Reference
400 — Bad Request
| Error Tag | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
INVALID_REQUEST_BODY |
Malformed JSON or missing required fields | Validate JSON structure and required query field |
INVALID_REQUEST |
Conflicting parameters | Remove contradictory options (e.g., date filters with company category) |
INVALID_URLS |
Malformed URLs in getContents |
Ensure URLs have https:// protocol |
INVALID_NUM_RESULTS |
numResults > 100 with highlights | Reduce to <= 100 or remove highlights |
INVALID_JSON_SCHEMA |
Bad schema in summary.schema |
Validate JSON schema syntax |
NUM_RESULTS_EXCEEDED |
Exceeds plan limit | Check your plan's max results |
NO_CONTENT_FOUND |
No content at provided URLs | Verify URLs are accessible |
401 — Unauthorized
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