How to Return Error Messages from a Function in Code

Sofia F. · 2026-01-09T22:30:31.148Z

Hi team! Is there a way to pull the error message into a field so I can return it from a function? Thank you! 🫶

How to Return Error Messages from a Function in Code | Clay

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You can reference error data from columns using the forward slash (/) method to access enrichment endpoints. [1]
To pull specific error details into a field, click into the cell where you're seeing the error to expose more details about the error message. Then you can create a child column by clicking on the cell, hovering over the error endpoint in the Cell details panel, and clicking "Add as column". [2]
If you're having JSON formatting issues with the HTTP API, could you copy and paste the JSON into the chat so I can help troubleshoot?
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If you still need help with pulling error messages into a field or troubleshooting JSON issues, I’m here to assist. Would you like to provide more details about what you’re trying to achieve or any specific errors you’re encountering?
Sofia F.
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nah, there is not option to "Add as column"
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The "Add as column" option only appears when you click into a cell that contains enrichment data with nested endpoints. [1]
Try clicking directly into the error cell to open the Cell details panel on the right, then hover over the specific error endpoint - you should see the "Add as column" button appear. [2]
If you're still not seeing it, the cell might not contain the right type of enrichment data structure that supports this feature. [3]
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Sofia F.
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no
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Hi,
There isn’t a way to add the error message directly as a column. That said, you can still access the error status using a formula.
Here’s how:
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Create a new Formula column
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Use Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field)
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Replace /your_field with the actual field you want to check
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Save and run the column
This will return the cell status, including error states, which you can then use in a function.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Sofia F.
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thank you! could you let me know if this is something your team will be working on adding to the platform? is there a list of other methods like Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field) somewhere, that I can use?
Bo (.
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Hey,
This has been shared with the team as feedback. Right now, that method exists for the HTTP API, but not for other actions.
At the moment, Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field) is the only formula available for this use case. There isn’t a public list of additional methods beyond that yet.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Sofia F.
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thanks, have a good day 🙂

Clay Support
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You can reference error data from columns using the forward slash (/) method to access enrichment endpoints. [1]
To pull specific error details into a field, click into the cell where you're seeing the error to expose more details about the error message. Then you can create a child column by clicking on the cell, hovering over the error endpoint in the Cell details panel, and clicking "Add as column". [2]
If you're having JSON formatting issues with the HTTP API, could you copy and paste the JSON into the chat so I can help troubleshoot?
Clay Support
APP
·
·
If you still need help with pulling error messages into a field or troubleshooting JSON issues, I’m here to assist. Would you like to provide more details about what you’re trying to achieve or any specific errors you’re encountering?
Sofia F.
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nah, there is not option to "Add as column"
Clay Support
APP
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The "Add as column" option only appears when you click into a cell that contains enrichment data with nested endpoints. [1]
Try clicking directly into the error cell to open the Cell details panel on the right, then hover over the specific error endpoint - you should see the "Add as column" button appear. [2]
If you're still not seeing it, the cell might not contain the right type of enrichment data structure that supports this feature. [3]
Clay Support
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Did that answer your question?
Sofia F.
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no
Clay Support
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I’m sorry for the frustration. I’ll connect you to one of our human agents who can assist you further.
Clay Support
APP
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Our support team has got your message and we'll get back to you soon!
If you’re dealing with a specific table, drop the URL below so we can help you quicker. Otherwise, someone from our team will be in touch soon!

image.png(93 kB)
Bo (.
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Hi,
There isn’t a way to add the error message directly as a column. That said, you can still access the error status using a formula.
Here’s how:
1.
Create a new Formula column
2.
Use Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field)
3.
Replace /your_field with the actual field you want to check
4.
Save and run the column
This will return the cell status, including error states, which you can then use in a function.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Sofia F.
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thank you! could you let me know if this is something your team will be working on adding to the platform? is there a list of other methods like Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field) somewhere, that I can use?
Bo (.
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Hey,
This has been shared with the team as feedback. Right now, that method exists for the HTTP API, but not for other actions.
At the moment, Clay.getCellStatus(/your_field) is the only formula available for this use case. There isn’t a public list of additional methods beyond that yet.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Sofia F.
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thanks, have a good day 🙂