birst_add_hierarchy_level · Infor Birst MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What birst_add_hierarchy_level does on Infor Birst MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why birst_add_hierarchy_level needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data (hierarchy levels) in a reversible manner. It does not execute arbitrary queries, delete data irreversibly, or move financial assets. The blast radius is medium because misconfigured hierarchies could affect analytics accuracy and reporting downstream, but the change can be undone via deletion or modification.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'add' and description states 'Add a new level to an existing hierarchy', indicating creation/modification of hierarchy structure within the analytics platform.

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Verdict

birst_add_hierarchy_level Rate-limited

birst_add_hierarchy_level 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": {
    "birst_add_hierarchy_level": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "birst_add_hierarchy_level_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 Infor Birst MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about birst_add_hierarchy_level

What does the birst_add_hierarchy_level tool do? +

Add a new level to an existing hierarchy. Use parentLevelName to specify where in the hierarchy to insert the level. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Infor Birst 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 birst_add_hierarchy_level? +

Register the Infor Birst MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for birst_add_hierarchy_level: 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 Infor Birst MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is birst_add_hierarchy_level? +

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

Can I rate-limit birst_add_hierarchy_level? +

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

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

birst_add_hierarchy_level is provided by the Infor Birst MCP Server MCP server (mikahdev/infor-birst-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.