Fixing 'invalid_grant' Error in OAuth Token Request
What does the 'invalid_grant' error mean when requesting an OAuth token?
The 'invalid_grant' error occurs when the access grant is invalid, expired, or revoked. This can happen due to an invalid assertion, expired authorization token, incorrect end-user password credentials, or a mismatching authorization code and redirection URI.
To resolve this issue, ensure that the parameter used for the redirect URL is correctly set asredirect_uri. Double-check your OAuth request to make sure all parameters, such asgrant_type,code,client_id,client_secret, andredirect_uri, are correctly configured. For more detailed guidance, you can refer to theZendesk help article.
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How can I resolve the 'invalid_grant' error when obtaining an OAuth token?
To resolve the 'invalid_grant' error, ensure that the redirect URL parameter is correctly set asredirect_uri. This is crucial for the OAuth token request to succeed. Verify that all parameters in your OAuth request, such asgrant_type,code,…
What should I check if I get an 'invalid_grant' error in OAuth?
If you encounter an 'invalid_grant' error, check that the redirect URL parameter is set asredirect_uri. This is a common cause of the error. Additionally, ensure that all other parameters in your OAuth request, such asgrant_type,code,…
Why is the redirect URL parameter important in OAuth requests?
The redirect URL parameter,redirect_uri, is crucial in OAuth requests because it ensures the authorization code is correctly matched with the redirection URI. If this parameter is incorrect or mismatched, it can lead to errors like…
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