delete_dataverse_table

Permanently deletes a custom table from Dataverse. WARNING: This action cannot be undone and will remove all data in the table. Use with extreme caution and only for tables that are no longer needed.

Server Dataverse MCP Server wizspdemo/dataverse-mcp2
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What delete_dataverse_table does on Dataverse MCP Server

AI agents call delete_dataverse_table to permanently remove resources in Dataverse MCP Server — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why delete_dataverse_table needs a policy

The tool irreversibly deletes data (all rows in a table) and removes the table schema itself, which cannot be recovered. The description explicitly states the action 'cannot be undone' and warns of permanent data loss. This is the most severe category (Destructive > Execute > Write > Read) with highest blast radius if misused by an AI agent, as it destroys organizational data with no recovery path.

From the tool's definition Permanently deletes a custom table from Dataverse. WARNING: This action cannot be undone and will remove all data in the table.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Questions about delete_dataverse_table

What does the delete_dataverse_table tool do? +

Permanently deletes a custom table from Dataverse. WARNING: This action cannot be undone and will remove all data in the table. Use with extreme caution and only for tables that are no longer needed. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Dataverse MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on delete_dataverse_table? +

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

What risk level is delete_dataverse_table? +

delete_dataverse_table is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit delete_dataverse_table? +

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

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

delete_dataverse_table is provided by the Dataverse MCP Server MCP server (wizspdemo/dataverse-mcp2). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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