create_dataset · Dataiku DSS MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What create_dataset does on Dataiku DSS MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_dataset needs a policy

This tool creates new data artifacts within a Dataiku project. While reversible (datasets can be deleted), it modifies project state and could lead to resource sprawl, confusion, or unintended data proliferation if misused by an agent. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move money, so Write is the appropriate category.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'create_dataset' and description states it will 'Create a new dataset in a project', which is a reversible create operation on data.

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Verdict

create_dataset Rate-limited

create_dataset 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_dataset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_dataset_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 Dataiku DSS MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_dataset

What does the create_dataset tool do? +

Create a new dataset in a project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Dataiku DSS 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_dataset? +

Register the Dataiku DSS MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_dataset: 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 Dataiku DSS MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_dataset? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_dataset? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_dataset 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_dataset completely? +

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

create_dataset is provided by the Dataiku DSS MCP Server MCP server (steven0lisa/mcp-dataiku). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.