openai
#10084
file_validation_error
Files are invalid.
This error has been identified and solved.
Reason
The 400 status error in the OpenAI API when dealing with files can be caused by several factors:
Invalid File Format
The error could be due to the file format not being supported by the OpenAI API. For instance, if you are trying to upload a file with an extension that is not recognized or supported, such as a .docx file in some cases, it may trigger a 400 error.
Incorrect File Encoding
The file might be encoded in a format that is not compatible with the API. For example, files encoded in "UTF-8-BOM" instead of "UTF-8" can cause issues.
Missing or Incorrect API Key
The request might be missing the necessary API key or the API key provided could be incorrect or expired, leading to a 400 error.
Unsupported File Extensions with Query Parameters
If the file upload URL includes query parameters (e.g., api_token), it might result in an unsupported file extension error, even if the file itself is valid.
These are the primary reasons why you might be encountering a 400 status error when dealing with file uploads to the OpenAI API.
Solution
To resolve the 400 status error when dealing with files in the OpenAI API, you need to address the following potential issues:
Check File Format and Encoding
Ensure the file is in a supported format.
Verify that the file is encoded correctly, preferably in UTF-8.
API Key Validation
Confirm that the API key is correct and not expired.
Ensure the API key is properly included in the request.
File Upload URL
Check if the file upload URL includes any query parameters that might be causing the error.
Remove any unnecessary query parameters, such as
api_token, from the file upload URL.
General Troubleshooting
Review the API documentation for any specific requirements or constraints on file uploads.
Verify that all mandatory fields and parameters are included in the request.
Suggested Links
https://cheatsheet.md/chatgpt-cheatsheet/openai-api-error-axioserror-request-failed-status-code-400
https://community.openai.com/t/400-error-on-connect-assistent-files/707414
https://community.openai.com/t/intermittent-error-an-unexpected-error-occurred-error-code-400-error-message-this-model-does-not-support-specifying-dimensions-type-invalid-request-error-param-none-code-none/955807
https://community.openai.com/t/sudden-400-error-on-file-upload-endpoint/936880
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/1532521/run-failed-openai-api-hits-badrequesterror-error-c
https://www.restack.io/p/openai-python-answer-request-failed-400-error-cat-ai
https://community.openai.com/t/issue-with-file-retrieval-and-uploading-on-openai-platform-assistant-api/661468
https://community.openai.com/t/invalid-file-format-issues-with-encoding-different-languages-and-emojis-in-fine-tuning/894234
