Unexpected 500 error when fetching stock data through RapidAPI

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I’m having trouble getting stock info from a financial API. Here’s what I’m doing:

const apiKey = 'my_secret_key'
const apiHost = 'stock-data-service.example.com'

const config = {
  headers: {
    'api-key': apiKey,
    'api-host': apiHost
  }
}

fetchData('TSLA', config)
  .then(data => console.log(data.price))
  .catch(err => console.log('Oops:', err.message))

function fetchData(symbol, options) {
  return fetch(`https://${apiHost}/quote/${symbol}`, options)
    .then(res => res.json())
}

But when I run this, I get a 500 error. I double-checked my API key and it’s correct. The docs say this should work. What am I doing wrong? Is the API down maybe? Or could it be something on my end?

2

Drawing from my personal experience, a 500 error often indicates that the issue is on the server side rather than a mistake in your code. It is important to verify that the API host URL is still valid and hasn’t changed recently. I suggest confirming your subscription details too, as exceeding usage limits might result in such errors. Additionally, consider adding a User-Agent header to your request; this adjustment has resolved similar issues in the past. If none of these work, reaching out to RapidAPI support could provide further clarity.

3

Based on my experience with RapidAPI, there are a few potential issues to consider. First, ensure you’re using the correct HTTP method (GET, POST, etc.) as specified in the API documentation. Sometimes, using the wrong method can trigger a 500 error. Additionally, check if you need to include any required query parameters in your request URL. It’s also worth verifying that your API key has the necessary permissions for the specific endpoint you’re trying to access. If all else fails, try using a different programming language or a tool like Postman to rule out any issues with your JavaScript implementation. This approach has helped me troubleshoot similar problems in the past.

4

hey there, i’ve had similar issues before. have u tried using a different api endpoint? sometimes specific endpoints can go down. also, maybe try adding a timeout to ur fetch request. if the problem persists, it could be a temporary glitch on their end. might be worth waiting a bit and trying again later