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Access forbidden

This error occurs when the requestor is not authorized to access the requested resource.

Description

Your client application issued a request to an API, but the requestor is not authorized to access the requested resource, resulting in a forbidden error.

Example

{
  "type": "https://dev.euipo.europa.eu/problems-registry/access-forbidden",
  "title": "Forbidden",
  "status": 403,
  "detail": "The resource could not be returned as the requestor is not authorized",
  "instance": "/messages/010184693311aaa/logs",
  "code": "access-forbidden",
  "correlationId": "dfc50183727b4961a49b51fd336e5c55"
}

Troubleshooting Steps

  • Check your permissions: Ensure that your client application has the necessary permissions to access the resource.
  • Obtain proper authorization: If you lack the required permissions, request access from the API provider.
  • Review the API documentation: Confirm the correct method for obtaining authorization and ensure your request includes the necessary credentials.
  • Contact support: If you continue to experience issues, contact the API provider for further assistance.