create_configurations_batch · Solidworks MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What create_configurations_batch does on Solidworks

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_configurations_batch needs a policy

This tool creates (not reads or executes arbitrary operations) multiple SolidWorks configurations with specified dimensions. This is a reversible modification of design data—configurations can be deleted or modified later. It does not destroy data irreversibly, execute arbitrary code, trigger financial transactions, or run shell commands. Write is the appropriate category.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'create_configurations_batch' combined with description 'Create multiple configurations with dimensions' indicates creation of design configurations in SolidWorks, which modifies design data.

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Verdict

create_configurations_batch Rate-limited

create_configurations_batch 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_configurations_batch": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_configurations_batch_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about create_configurations_batch

What does the create_configurations_batch tool do? +

Create multiple configurations with dimensions. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Solidworks 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_configurations_batch? +

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

What risk level is create_configurations_batch? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_configurations_batch? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_configurations_batch 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_configurations_batch completely? +

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

create_configurations_batch is provided by the Solidworks MCP server (solidworks-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.