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Resource not found

The specified resource does not exist. The following issues may return from a RESOURCE_NOT_FOUND error.

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INVALID_RESOURCE_ID

Returns from the Payments v1 or Orders v2 APIs.

Cause
  • Incorrect resource ID: The resource ID provided may be incorrect or malformed, leading to an inability to locate the resource.
  • Non-existent resource ID: The resource ID specified in the API request does not exist in the system.
  • Insufficient privileges: The API caller does not have the necessary permissions to access the specified resource.
ImpactThe payment is declined, and the payment is not processed. This can lead to delays in completing the purchase.
Resolution
  • Verify resource ID: Ensure that the resource ID provided in the API request is correct and exists in the system. Double-check for any typos or incorrect formatting.
  • Review permissions: Ensure that the API caller has the necessary permissions to access the specified resource. Update the permissions if necessary to grant the required access.
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