Trouble executing Python code in Zapier automation

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Hey everyone, I’m pulling my hair out over here! I’ve set up a Python script in Zapier, but it’s just not running. I’ve double-checked my code, and it looks fine to me, but Zapier keeps giving me the cold shoulder. Has anyone else run into this problem before?

Here’s a simplified version of what I’m trying to do:

 def process_data(input_value):
     transformed = input_value[::-1]
     return f'Result: {transformed}'

sample_input = 'Hello, Zapier!'
result = process_data(sample_input)
print(result)

I expected this to work smoothly, but it’s not even starting. Am I missing something obvious? Maybe there’s a Zapier-specific detail that I’m unaware of. Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot!

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yo i had similar trouble with zapier python, try returnin the result instead of printin it. also, check if you’re on python 3.x not 2.x. hope that sorts it out!

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Have you checked the Zapier Python environment? Sometimes it’s not the code itself, but the setup that causes issues. Make sure you’re using Python 3.x in your Zap configuration. Also, Zapier has specific input and output requirements. Try wrapping your main logic in a function and returning the result instead of printing it:

def main(input_data):
result = process_data(input_data[‘sample_input’])
return {‘output’: result}

This structure often works better with Zapier’s expected input/output format. Don’t forget to test your Zap step by step to pinpoint where exactly it’s failing. If all else fails, Zapier support can be surprisingly helpful with these kinds of issues.

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I’ve encountered similar issues with Python scripts in Zapier before. One thing to check is whether you’re actually calling the function in your Zapier setup. Your code defines the function, but Zapier might not know to execute it automatically.

Try modifying your code to explicitly call the function and return the result:

def process_data(input_value):
    transformed = input_value[::-1]
    return f'Result: {transformed}'

sample_input = 'Hello, Zapier!'
result = process_data(sample_input)
print(result)
return result  # Add this line

Also, make sure you’re using the ‘Run Python’ action in your Zap, not just inserting the code somewhere else. If that doesn’t work, double-check your input data as Zapier sometimes formats inputs differently than expected.

Lastly, enable detailed error logging in your Zap settings. This can provide more information about what’s going wrong. Hope this helps!