append_proposal_note · Dolibarr MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What append_proposal_note does on Dolibarr MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why append_proposal_note needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data (proposal notes) in a reversible way - notes can be edited or deleted afterward. It does not execute code, delete data irreversibly, move money, or retrieve data.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Add a timestamped note to a proposal WITHOUT overwriting existing notes', indicating creation/modification of data in a reversible manner. The operation appends rather than destructively replaces.

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Verdict

append_proposal_note Rate-limited

append_proposal_note 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": {
    "append_proposal_note": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "append_proposal_note_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Dolibarr MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about append_proposal_note

What does the append_proposal_note tool do? +

Add a timestamped note to a proposal WITHOUT overwriting existing notes. Perfect for tracking comments, follow-ups, and conversation history. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Dolibarr 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 append_proposal_note? +

Register the Dolibarr MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for append_proposal_note: 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 Dolibarr MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is append_proposal_note? +

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

Can I rate-limit append_proposal_note? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the append_proposal_note 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 append_proposal_note completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for append_proposal_note. 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 append_proposal_note? +

append_proposal_note is provided by the Dolibarr MCP Server MCP server (marioser/dolibarr-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.