generate_cartridge_structure · Sfcc Dev MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What generate_cartridge_structure does on Sfcc Dev

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why generate_cartridge_structure needs a policy

This tool creates new files and directories in the target filesystem. While creation is reversible (files can be deleted), the tool modifies the development environment by writing multiple files and establishing a directory structure. This is a Write operation rather than Read (it creates, not retrieves) and not Destructive (creation is reversible).

From the tool's definition Tool description states it "Generate a complete SFCC cartridge with proper directory structure, configurations, and boilerplate files.

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Verdict

generate_cartridge_structure Rate-limited

generate_cartridge_structure 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": {
    "generate_cartridge_structure": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "generate_cartridge_structure_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 Sfcc Dev, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about generate_cartridge_structure

What does the generate_cartridge_structure tool do? +

Generate a complete SFCC cartridge with proper directory structure, configurations, and boilerplate files. Creates files directly in the target directory. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Sfcc Dev MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on generate_cartridge_structure? +

Register the Sfcc Dev MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for generate_cartridge_structure: 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 Sfcc Dev. Nothing to install.

What risk level is generate_cartridge_structure? +

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

Can I rate-limit generate_cartridge_structure? +

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

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

generate_cartridge_structure is provided by the Sfcc Dev MCP server (sfcc-dev-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.