create_row_discussion · Smartsheet MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_row_discussion does on Smartsheet MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_row_discussion needs a policy

This tool creates new data (a discussion thread) but does not modify the underlying row data, delete anything, or trigger financial transactions. Creating discussions is reversible (can be deleted by authorized users) and has minimal blast radius. It fits the Write category as it creates content.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'create_row_discussion' and description 'Creates a new discussion on a row' indicate this tool creates new content (a discussion/comment) on an existing row.

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Verdict

create_row_discussion Rate-limited

create_row_discussion 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_row_discussion": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_row_discussion_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 Smartsheet MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_row_discussion

What does the create_row_discussion tool do? +

Creates a new discussion on a row. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Smartsheet 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_row_discussion? +

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

What risk level is create_row_discussion? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_row_discussion? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_row_discussion 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_row_discussion completely? +

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

create_row_discussion is provided by the Smartsheet MCP Server MCP server (thomaswtwrt/smar-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.