How to Configure the OpenAI Credentials in n8n if the Connection Fails

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The easiest way to configure the OpenAI credentials in n8n if the connection fails is to nominate a newly generated API key. Here’s a short guide on how to do it:

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1. On OpenAI Platform's main dashboard, head over to the left-side panel and click 'API Keys'.
2. After that, click 'Create New Secret Key' to proceed.
3. Configure all the required settings and provide all the necessary details, such as the API Key Name, Project, and Permissions.
4. Once done, click 'Create Secret Key' to generate the new API credential.
5. Check the new OpenAI API key, then click the 'Copy' button next to it.
6. Following that, go back to your n8n workspace and click the 'Credentials' tab.
7. Find and select 'OpenAI Account' to proceed.
8. Subsequently, tap the API Key input field and replace the default value with the new one.
9. If necessary, configure the other relevant settings and provide additional information.
10. Once done, click the 'Retry' button next to the error message.
11. Finally, your OpenAI account will be reconnected to your n8n credentials.