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A developer sends a PATCH request but the server responds with 415 Unsupported Media Type. What is the most likely cause?

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Rest API - HTTP Methods
A developer sends a PATCH request but the server responds with 415 Unsupported Media Type. What is the most likely cause?
AThe PATCH method is not supported by the server.
BThe Content-Type header is missing or incorrect.
CThe request URL is incorrect.
DThe JSON body is empty.
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand 415 error meaning

    415 means server cannot process the media type sent in request.

  2. Step 2: Check common causes

    Missing or wrong Content-Type header causes this error.

  3. Final Answer:

    The Content-Type header is missing or incorrect. -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    415 error = wrong Content-Type [OK]
Quick Trick: Always set Content-Type header for PATCH JSON data [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Ignoring Content-Type header
  • Assuming URL causes 415
  • Confusing 415 with 404 or 400

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