Veeam VBR v13 MCP Server

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states the action ('Export') without detailing output format, security implications, permissions required, or side effects. For a tool that likely handles sensitive credentials, this lack of transparency is inadequate and potentially risky.

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?

The description is a single, efficient sentence with no wasted words. It's front-loaded and directly states the tool's purpose without unnecessary elaboration, making it highly concise and well-structured for its minimal content.

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?

Given the complexity implied by a nested parameter object, lack of annotations, and no output schema, the description is severely incomplete. It fails to address key aspects like what 'export' entails, how credentials are handled, or what the result looks like, making it inadequate for safe and effective use.

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 0%, and the description provides no information about parameters. The input schema includes a nested 'body' object with unspecified properties, but the description doesn't explain what 'body' should contain, such as filters, formats, or options for exporting credentials. This leaves parameters completely undocumented.

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?

The description 'Export credentials records' restates the tool name 'ExportCredentials' with minimal elaboration. It specifies the action ('Export') and resource ('credentials records'), but lacks detail on scope, format, or destination. Compared to sibling tools like 'ExportCloudCredentials' or 'ImportCredentials', it doesn't differentiate itself clearly, making it vague in context.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description doesn't mention prerequisites, context, or exclusions. With siblings like 'ExportCloudCredentials' and 'ImportCredentials' present, the absence of usage guidelines leaves the agent without direction on tool selection.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.