launchnotes_create_work_item · LaunchNotes MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What launchnotes_create_work_item does on LaunchNotes MCP Server

AI agents use launchnotes_create_work_item to create or update resources in LaunchNotes MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your LaunchNotes MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why launchnotes_create_work_item needs a policy

This tool creates new data (work items) on a public roadmap in a reversible manner. It is a Write operation because it adds new content that can subsequently be modified or deleted.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'launchnotes_create_work_item' and description 'Create a new work item on the LaunchNotes roadmap' explicitly indicates creation of new data.

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Verdict

launchnotes_create_work_item Rate-limited

launchnotes_create_work_item stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "launchnotes_create_work_item": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "launchnotes_create_work_item_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about launchnotes_create_work_item

What does the launchnotes_create_work_item tool do? +

Create a new work item on the LaunchNotes roadmap. Work items are features or initiatives displayed on your public roadmap. Each work item is added to a specific stage (column). Args: - project_id (string): The ID of the LaunchNotes project - name (string): The name/title of the work item (required) - stage_id (string): The ID of the stage to add the work item to (required) - content_markdown (string, optional): Description/content in Markdown format - owner_id (string, optional): The ID of the user who owns this work item Returns: Created work item with ID, name, stage ID, and creation timestamp Use Cases: -. It is categorised as a Write tool in the LaunchNotes MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on launchnotes_create_work_item? +

Register the LaunchNotes MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for launchnotes_create_work_item: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches LaunchNotes MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is launchnotes_create_work_item? +

launchnotes_create_work_item is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit launchnotes_create_work_item? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the launchnotes_create_work_item rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block launchnotes_create_work_item completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for launchnotes_create_work_item. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides launchnotes_create_work_item? +

launchnotes_create_work_item is provided by the LaunchNotes MCP Server MCP server (launchnotes/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.