frappe-errors-permissions

Standardize permission error handling in Frappe/ERPNext with try/except and SQL escaping.

163|53|Updated Jan 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Frappe_Claude_Skill_Package --skill frappe-errors-permissions
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Skill: frappe-errors-permissions
Source: https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Frappe_Claude_Skill_Package/tree/main/skills/source/errors/frappe-errors-permissions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Frappe_Claude_Skill_Package --skill frappe-errors-permissions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Permission errors in Frappe/ERPNext can cascade into inaccessible data or silent failures. This Skill provides structured patterns and guidance to safely enforce and diagnose access rules.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Safe has_permission hooks and permission_query_conditions with try/except and safe fallbacks.
  • Debug workflows for common permission pitfalls, including owner-based access, territory restrictions, and sharing.
  • API endpoints and client-side checks that respect permissions without leaking information.

Quick Start

Configure your hooks and scripts to implement permission-safe checks on your DocTypes, then validate with test users.

Frequently Asked Questions about frappe-errors-permissions

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I handle permission errors in Frappe without causing silent failures?▼

To handle permission errors in Frappe without silent failures, you can standardize access rule enforcement using structured try/except wrapping and non-throwing denials in your has_permission hooks and permission_query_conditions.

What is the best way to debug user permissions and territory restrictions in ERPNext?▼

Debugging user permissions and territory restrictions in ERPNext requires structured audit trails and logging to safely diagnose access rules, preventing data inaccessibility and cascading silent failures across DocTypes.

How do I secure Frappe API endpoints so they respect permissions without leaking information?▼

Securing Frappe API endpoints to respect permissions without leaking information involves implementing non-throwing denial patterns and client-side checks that safely enforce access rules and prevent data exposure.

Do I need to add SQL escaping to permission_query_conditions in Frappe?▼

Yes, you need to add SQL escaping to permission_query_conditions in Frappe to safely enforce access rules, satisfy security requirements, and prevent injection vulnerabilities while diagnosing owner-based access or sharing issues.

Why does my Frappe has_permission hook silently fail for restricted users?▼

Your Frappe has_permission hook might silently fail because it lacks try/except wrapping and safe fallbacks, which are necessary to standardize permission error handling and prevent cascading inaccessible data.

Can I use this approach to audit permission checks across multiple DocTypes?▼

Yes, you can audit permission checks across multiple DocTypes by implementing structured logging and audit trails within your permission_query_conditions and has_permission hooks to safely diagnose access rules.