Retrieve a specific sales opportunity by its ID to access details for tracking and management in Autotask PSA.
Get a specific opportunity by ID
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| opportunityId | Yes | The opportunity ID to retrieve |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v2.18.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It only states 'Get' which implies read-only, but does not disclose any other behavioral traits (e.g., authentication, rate limits, side effects).
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Single sentence that is front-loaded with the action and resource, no unnecessary words. Appropriate for a simple retrieval tool.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
The tool is simple with one parameter and no output schema; the description is minimally adequate but could be improved by mentioning what is returned (e.g., the opportunity object).
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100% with a clear description of the parameter. The tool description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, meeting the baseline.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
Description clearly states the action (Get), the resource (opportunity), and the method (by ID). It distinguishes from sibling autotask_search_opportunities which searches multiple results.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage when an ID is known, but does not provide explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance, nor does it mention alternatives like using the search tool if the ID is unknown.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.