ErrorTrigger Automate

ErrorTrigger Automate streamlines error handling by automatically notifying you via Gmail when a workflow fails. Simply set your target email and integrate this workflow into your existing processes to ensure timely alerts and maintain operational efficiency.

7/8/2025
4 nodes
Simple
manualsimpleerrortriggersticky notegmail
Categories:
Communication & MessagingManual TriggeredSimple Workflow
Integrations:
ErrorTriggerSticky NoteGmail

Target Audience

  • Developers: Those who build workflows in n8n and need to handle errors efficiently.
    - Project Managers: Individuals overseeing projects that rely on automated workflows and require alerts on failures.
    - System Administrators: Professionals responsible for maintaining workflow systems and ensuring they run smoothly.
    - Technical Support Teams: Teams that need to be alerted about workflow failures to provide timely support and resolution.

    • Problem Solved

    This workflow addresses the issue of workflow failures in n8n by automatically notifying users via Gmail when an error occurs. It ensures that users are promptly informed about any disruptions in their automated processes, allowing for quick troubleshooting and minimal downtime.

    Workflow Steps

  • Trigger on Error: The workflow starts when an error is detected in any other n8n workflow.
    2. Send Notification: The Gmail node sends an email to the specified address, containing crucial details about the error, including:
    - The name of the failed workflow.
    - A link to the execution details.
    - The error message and stack trace from the last executed node.
    3. Sticky Notes: Two sticky notes provide visual reminders within the n8n interface, guiding users on setup and target email configuration.

    • Customization Guide

  • Set Your Email: Replace SET YOUR EMAIL HERE in the Gmail node with the email address where notifications should be sent.
    2. Update Gmail Credentials: Ensure that the gmailOAuth2 credentials are correctly set up for sending emails.
    3. Modify Error Message: Customize the message format in the Gmail node to include any additional information you may want to convey.
    4. Add More Nodes: If desired, additional nodes can be added to take further actions upon error detection, such as logging errors to a database or sending messages to a Slack channel.