arch_record_decision · Paparats MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What arch_record_decision does on Paparats

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why arch_record_decision needs a policy

The name 'arch_record_decision' implies creating or storing a record (an architectural decision), which maps to Write. Sibling tools like 'arch_record_component' and 'arch_record_lesson' follow the same pattern of recording/persisting data. No indication of deletion or execution. Confidence is lowered due to empty description.

From the tool's definition Tool name: arch_record_decision — empty description; name suggests recording/storing an architectural decision.

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Verdict

arch_record_decision Rate-limited

arch_record_decision 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": {
    "arch_record_decision": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "arch_record_decision_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 Paparats, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about arch_record_decision

What does the arch_record_decision tool do? +

arch_record_decision. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Paparats MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on arch_record_decision? +

Register the Paparats MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for arch_record_decision: 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 Paparats. Nothing to install.

What risk level is arch_record_decision? +

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

Can I rate-limit arch_record_decision? +

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

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

arch_record_decision is provided by the Paparats MCP server (@paparats/cli). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.