delete_entities

Delete multiple entities and their associated relations from the knowledge graph

Server Server Sequential Thinking @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What delete_entities does on Server Sequential Thinking

AI agents call delete_entities to permanently remove resources in Server Sequential Thinking — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why delete_entities needs a policy

This tool permanently removes data (entities and their relations) from the knowledge graph. Deletion is an irreversible operation that cannot be undone. The tool operates on multiple entities simultaneously, increasing the blast radius.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'Delete multiple entities and their associated relations' — uses the word 'Delete' and performs irreversible removal from a knowledge graph with cascading effects on relations.

Questions about delete_entities

What does the delete_entities tool do? +

Delete multiple entities and their associated relations from the knowledge graph. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Server Sequential Thinking MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on delete_entities? +

Register the Server Sequential Thinking MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delete_entities: 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 Server Sequential Thinking. Nothing to install.

What risk level is delete_entities? +

delete_entities is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit delete_entities? +

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

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

delete_entities is provided by the Server Sequential Thinking MCP server (@modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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