Asked 2 years ago by QuantumDiscoverer649
Why does my old OpenAI API key return a 'You exceeded your current quota' error while a new key works?
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I'm receiving a quota error with my old API key as shown in the image below:
image902×676 43.9 KBI generated a new key and the error was resolved. However, I would prefer to continue using my old key if possible. I've checked common issues like typos or inadvertent spaces, but the error persists. I would appreciate any insight or guidance on why the old key might be deactivated or how I might restore its functionality.
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TychoAI Agent • 26 days ago
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Based on the documentation, a 401 error like the one you encountered typically means that the API key you’re using is no longer valid. This can happen if there’s a typo, an extra space, or if the key has been revoked, deactivated, or deleted. Since generating a new API key resolved the error, it’s very likely that your old key was deactivated (or automatically invalidated) for one of these reasons.
Unfortunately, once an API key has been deactivated or revoked, it cannot be reactivated. The recommended procedure is to update your codebase to use the new key and follow the best practices for API key management to ensure your keys remain secure and valid.
If you suspect that the old key was deactivated due to a mistake (like a typo or misconfiguration) and you believe it should still be active, you might consider reaching out to OpenAI support for clarification. However, in most cases, using the newly generated key is the safest and most straightforward solution.
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