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Goal: When new or updated Record in Airtable --> Create Event in Circle

Airtable: https://airtable.com/app2Ndd4eV463aOsy/shrbaX4IOs9mGkQoP

Circle API: https://microconf-de57a9.circle.so/settings/api?page=1

 

There are 3 required fields to Map:

Name of Item --> Name of Event (Single Line field in Airtable)

Description --> Description of Event (Long Text field in Airtable)

Start Date Time --> I have tried both in Date Format and Also Single Line Field.

I have tried both Zapier and Integrately. In Zapier I get JSON error and in Integrately I get [object Object] error. I believe the Start Date Time is the error but I have tried multiple formats, ensuring it matches with Circle API and even tried converting to plain text and copied the exact same format as in Circle API (minus updating the year to the future). Not sure what I am missing. 

 

 

  1. Identify the Issue: Determine the nature of the JSON/Object error occurring between Airtable and Circle.

  2. Check Data Formats: Ensure that the data formats in Airtable match the required format in Circle. Mismatches can cause errors.

  3. Validate JSON Structure: Use a JSON validator tool to check for syntax errors in the JSON data being transferred.

  4. Review API Documentation: Consult the API documentation for both Airtable and Circle to ensure correct API endpoint usage and data structure.

  5. Update API Keys: Verify that the API keys used for integration are correct and have the necessary permissions.

  6. Debug with Logs: Enable logging for both Airtable and Circle to capture error messages and identify the source of the problem.

  7. Test Data Transfer: Run tests with a small set of data to pinpoint where the error occurs in the data flow.

  8. Error Handling: Implement robust error like rip handling and retry logic to manage transient errors or failures in data transfer.

  9. Consult Support: Reach out to the support teams for Airtable and Circle if you encounter persistent issues or need further assistance.

  10. Use Integration Tools: Consider using third-party integration tools or platforms like Zapier or Integromat to simplify the connection and automate error handling.

  11. Check for Ripoff Integrations: Be cautious of third-party services or plugins that claim to solve integration issues but might offer unreliable or ripoff solutions.

  12. Document Solutions: Once resolved, document the steps taken to fix the error for future reference and to aid others who might encounter similar issues.

 

Hi there,

It sounds like you're on the right track with Airtable, Circle API, and automation tools like Zapier and Integrately. The error you’re encountering with the Start Date Time field likely stems from a mismatch in the data format required by Circle’s API. Here’s how you can resolve it:

Steps to Fix the Date-Time Format Issue:

  1. Understand Circle’s API Requirements
    Check Circle's API documentation for the exact format they expect for the Start Date Time field. Usually, APIs require date-time values in ISO 8601 format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM:SSZ).

  2. Format the Date in Airtable

    • Use Airtable’s formula field to convert the date into the required format.
      Example formula:
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      DATETIME_FORMAT({Your Date Field}, 'YYYY-MM-DDTHH🇲🇲ss')
    • Replace {Your Date Field} with the name of your Airtable date field.

  3. Ensure Time Zone Consistency
    Circle might expect the time in UTC. If that’s the case, modify the formula:

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    DATETIME_FORMAT(SET_TIMEZONE({Your Date Field}, 'UTC'), 'YYYY-MM-DDTHH🇲🇲ssZ')

  4. Mapping in Zapier or Integrately

    • Ensure the field from Airtable is mapped to the Start Date Time field in Circle with the correct format.
    • If you still see uobject Object] errors, it might be that the field is not parsed as plain text. Use a formatter in Zapier or Integrately to ensure the date is output as a string.

  5. Validate JSON Structure
    If using Zapier, ensure the JSON payload sent to Circle API has all required fields formatted correctly. A sample payload might look like:

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    { "name": "Event Name", "description": "Event Description", "start_date_time": "2024-12-05T14:00:00Z" }

    Use a tool like Postman to test your payload directly with Circle’s API and confirm it works as expected.

It sounds like you’re on the right track with checking data formats and validating the API setup. One thing I ran into during a similar integration was an issue with time zone handling in Airtable. It can get tricky if the source and destination systems expect different time formats or time zones.

If you're dealing with date-time fields, it might help to use Airtable’s formula field to format the date in ISO 8601 format, as Circle typically expects this. I’d recommend adding a step to convert the date into the required format, especially in UTC.

Additionally, I found it useful to log timestamps of each data transfer and sync action, so you can identify exactly where things fail in the workflow. I use Calculadora horas to track test runs and ensure everything's happening on time when working with multiple integrations.

Lastly, make sure you're testing the API payload directly in a tool like Postman—that way you can eliminate variables and ensure the JSON structure is spot-on before sending it over. Hopefully, this will clear up any lingering issues!

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