# insufficient_scope

> The key is valid but lacks the permission this operation needs. The detail names it.

**Missing permission** · HTTP 403

## What it means

The key is valid but lacks the permission this operation needs. The detail names it.

## What to do

Create a key with that area set to the level the reference lists (write includes read).

## Example

```json
{
  "type": "https://api.bymundi.com/problems/insufficient_scope",
  "title": "Missing permission",
  "status": 403,
  "detail": "The key is valid but lacks the permission this operation needs. The detail names it.",
  "code": "insufficient_scope",
  "requestId": "req_…"
}
```

How to read any error: [Errors guide](https://api.bymundi.com/docs/guides/errors.md).
