create_delivery_option_generator · Shopify Graphql MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_delivery_option_generator does on Shopify Graphql

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_delivery_option_generator needs a policy

This tool creates a new delivery option generator, which is a reversible write operation that establishes new business logic for order processing. It has high severity due to its potential to affect all subsequent order fulfillment operations across the store if misconfigured.

From the tool's definition "Create a new delivery option generator using a Shopify Function" — the tool creates a new configuration object that modifies how Shopify processes delivery options, affecting order fulfillment logic.

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Verdict

create_delivery_option_generator Rate-limited

create_delivery_option_generator 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_delivery_option_generator": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_delivery_option_generator_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 Shopify Graphql, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_delivery_option_generator

What does the create_delivery_option_generator tool do? +

Create a new delivery option generator using a Shopify Function. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Shopify Graphql 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_delivery_option_generator? +

Register the Shopify Graphql MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_delivery_option_generator: 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 Shopify Graphql. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_delivery_option_generator? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_delivery_option_generator? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_delivery_option_generator 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_delivery_option_generator completely? +

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

create_delivery_option_generator is provided by the Shopify Graphql MCP server (uvu-store/shopify-graphql-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.