How can I resolve the GPT-4 access error encountered when running Open Interpreter?

Below is some guidance on what might be causing the error and some troubleshooting steps.

Common Causes of the Error

• Model Access:
  The error

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  openai.error.InvalidRequestError: The model `gpt-4` does not exist or you do not have access to it.

  typically indicates that your OpenAI API key isn’t authorized to use GPT‑4. Even if you can generate an API key, using GPT‑4 (or a different premium model) may require a specific subscription or access that isn’t available to all accounts by default.

• Subscription vs. API Pricing Confusion:
  The pricing plans for using ChatGPT in its web interface (ChatGPT Plus at £20/month) are separate from API pricing. In the API, you only pay for what you use, but access to certain models (like GPT‑4) may be restricted if you haven’t been granted access.

Troubleshooting Steps

1. Verify Your Subscription/Access:
   Check your OpenAI account dashboard to ensure you have access to GPT‑4 API endpoints. If you do not, consider switching to a model you have access to, such as gpt-3.5-turbo.

2. Try an Alternative Model:
   Modify your API call to use a model you have access to. For example, change "model": "gpt-4" to "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo". Here’s how you can adjust your curl command:

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   curl https://api.openai.com/v1/chat/completions \
     -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
     -H "Authorization: Bearer $OPENAI_API_KEY" \
     -d '{
       "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo",
       "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Say this is a test!"}],
       "temperature": 0.7
     }'

3. Double-check Your API Key:
   Ensure that you’ve replaced $OPENAI_API_KEY with your actual secret API key. A typo or an invalid key could also lead to errors.

4. Review Open Interpreter Requirements:
   The YouTube video you’re following may reference using GPT‑4 features. If the tool internally attempts to call GPT‑4, you would need to have the access or modify the tool’s settings (if possible) to use a supported model.

Final Notes

Remember that the API and the ChatGPT product have different access levels and pricing models. If you’re just testing out the API or working on local development, starting with GPT‑3.5-turbo is a good way to avoid access issues until you verify your eligibility for GPT‑4.

If problems persist, checking the latest OpenAI API documentation and your account settings is recommended.