update_dataverse_optionset · Dataverse MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What update_dataverse_optionset does on Dataverse MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_dataverse_optionset needs a policy

This tool modifies option set definitions (add, update, remove options) in Dataverse, which changes data structure/configuration. While modifications are technically reversible (options can be re-added or restored), this is a Write operation rather than Destructive because the primary action is modification, not irreversible deletion.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'update_dataverse_optionset' and description explicitly state it 'Updates an existing option set by modifying its properties and managing its options' and 'add new choices, update existing ones, remove obsolete options, or change the option set'.

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Verdict

update_dataverse_optionset Rate-limited

update_dataverse_optionset 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": {
    "update_dataverse_optionset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_dataverse_optionset_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 Dataverse MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about update_dataverse_optionset

What does the update_dataverse_optionset tool do? +

Updates an existing option set by modifying its properties and managing its options. Use this to add new choices, update existing ones, remove obsolete options, or change the option set. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Dataverse 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 update_dataverse_optionset? +

Register the Dataverse MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for update_dataverse_optionset: 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 update_dataverse_optionset? +

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

Can I rate-limit update_dataverse_optionset? +

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

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

update_dataverse_optionset 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.