create_contract_from_template · Sanka MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_contract_from_template does on Sanka MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_contract_from_template needs a policy

This tool creates new contract documents in the Sanka system. While creation is reversible (Write category), the high severity reflects that contracts often carry legal and financial implications. A malicious AI agent could generate numerous unauthorized contracts, create fraudulent agreements, or establish legally binding documents that harm business interests.

From the tool's definition Tool name explicitly states 'create_contract_from_template' — a creation action. Description confirms it 'Create[s] a draft Sanka Contract', which is data creation. The 'draft' qualifier indicates the result is reversible (can be deleted/discarded).

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Verdict

create_contract_from_template Rate-limited

create_contract_from_template 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": {
    "create_contract_from_template": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_contract_from_template_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 Sanka MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_contract_from_template

What does the create_contract_from_template tool do? +

Create a draft Sanka Contract from an uploaded contract template. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Sanka 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 create_contract_from_template? +

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

What risk level is create_contract_from_template? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_contract_from_template? +

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

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

create_contract_from_template is provided by the Sanka MCP Server MCP server (sankahq/sanka-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.