PHP script failing to upload files to Google Docs: 400 error

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Hey everyone! I’m stuck with a problem while trying to upload files to Google Docs using PHP and Zend Framework. My code seems okay, but I keep getting a 400 error. Here’s what I’m dealing with:

function getGoogleClient() {
    $service = 'docs';
    $credentials = ['user' => 'myuser', 'pass' => 'mypass'];
    return Zend_Gdata_ClientLogin::getHttpClient($credentials['user'], $credentials['pass'], $service);
}

function uploadFile($docsService, $filePath, $fileName) {
    return $docsService->uploadFile($filePath, $fileName, null, Zend_Gdata_Docs::DOCUMENTS_LIST_FEED_URI);
}

$client = getGoogleClient();
$docsService = new Zend_Gdata_Docs($client);
$result = uploadFile($docsService, $file->tmp_name, $file->filename);

When I run this, I get an error saying:

Expected response code 200, got 400 Inconsistent repeating query parameter

I’m not sure what’s causing this. Has anyone encountered this before or know what might be wrong? Any help would be appreciated!

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I’ve dealt with similar issues using the Google Docs API. One thing that often gets overlooked is the content type of the file you’re trying to upload. Make sure you’re setting the correct MIME type for your file. If it’s not specified correctly, Google’s servers might reject the upload.

Also, check your API quota. If you’ve hit your limit, you’ll get errors like this. It’s worth logging into your Google Cloud Console to verify your usage.

Lastly, ensure your PHP version is compatible with the Zend Framework version you’re using. Incompatibilities can cause unexpected behavior.

If all else fails, consider implementing exponential backoff in your code. Sometimes these errors are temporary, and retrying the upload after a short delay can resolve the issue.

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I’ve encountered this 400 error before when working with Google APIs. In my experience, it often relates to how the request is being formed or sent. Have you tried debugging the request itself? You might want to use a tool like Charles Proxy or Fiddler to inspect the actual HTTP request being sent. This can help you spot any inconsistencies in headers or parameters.

Another thing to consider is the file size. Google has limits on upload sizes, and if you’re trying to upload a file that’s too large, it might cause this kind of error. Maybe try with a smaller test file to see if that works?

Lastly, double-check your API scopes. Sometimes, the 400 error can occur if you don’t have the right permissions set up for your application. Make sure you’ve enabled the necessary scopes in your Google Developer Console for the Docs API.

If none of these help, you might want to consider switching to the Google Drive API as Mandy suggested. It’s more robust and has better documentation in my opinion.

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hey runnintiger, i’ve had similar issues before. have u checked if ur credentials are still valid? sometimes google changes things and old auth methods stop working. also, make sure ur file path is correct and the file actually exists. if that doesn’t help, try using the newer google drive api instead of docs. it’s more reliable in my experience