nowcerts_schema_getMetadata
Retrieve OData schema metadata to understand available fields, data types, entity relationships, and requirements for NowCerts API entities.
Instructions
Get the OData schema metadata for NowCerts API. This returns the complete schema including field types, relationships, and entity definitions.
Use this to:
Understand available fields for each entity
Check field data types and requirements
View entity relationships
See which fields are required vs optional
Endpoints:
General metadata: /api/$metadata
Specific entity: /api/$metadata#EntityName (e.g., #PolicyDetailList, #InsuredList, #AgentList)
NOTE: Many fields require specific enumeration values. Use nowcerts_schema_getLookupTables to see valid values for enum fields.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| entity | No | Optional: Specific entity name (e.g., 'PolicyDetailList', 'InsuredList'). Leave empty for full metadata. |
Input Schema (JSON Schema)
{
"properties": {
"entity": {
"description": "Optional: Specific entity name (e.g., 'PolicyDetailList', 'InsuredList'). Leave empty for full metadata.",
"type": "string"
}
},
"type": "object"
}