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A REST API returns a 207 Multi-Status but the client reports a parsing error on the response body. What is a likely cause?

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A REST API returns a 207 Multi-Status but the client reports a parsing error on the response body. What is a likely cause?
AResponse body is not valid JSON or XML as expected
BHTTP status code 207 is not supported by clients
CServer did not include any status details per item
DClient is not authorized to access the resource
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand 207 Multi-Status response format

    207 responses usually include detailed JSON or XML body describing each item's status.
  2. Step 2: Identify parsing error cause

    If client cannot parse, likely the response body is malformed or not in expected format.
  3. Final Answer:

    Response body is not valid JSON or XML as expected -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Parsing errors usually mean invalid response format [OK]
Quick Trick: Parsing errors often mean invalid or malformed response body [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Blaming HTTP 207 code itself
  • Assuming missing authorization causes parsing error
  • Ignoring response body format requirements

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