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. It indicates this is a mutation tool ('Start/run') that returns a session ID, but doesn't disclose behavioral traits like required permissions, whether it's idempotent, rate limits, error conditions, or what 'immediately' entails operationally. This is a significant gap for a mutation tool with zero annotation coverage.

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 extremely concise—two short sentences that are front-loaded with the core action. Every word earns its place, with no wasted text, making it easy to parse quickly.

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 tool's complexity (mutation with 2 parameters, nested objects, no output schema, and no annotations), the description is incomplete. It lacks parameter explanations, behavioral details, error handling, and output specifics beyond a session ID mention. For a job-starting tool in a system with many siblings, this leaves critical gaps.

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%, so the schema provides no parameter documentation. The description mentions no parameters at all, failing to explain what 'id' refers to (e.g., job ID) or what 'body' contains (e.g., configuration overrides). With 2 parameters and 0% coverage, the description adds no value beyond the bare schema.

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 clearly states the verb ('Start/run') and resource ('a specific job'), and specifies it happens 'immediately'. However, it doesn't distinguish this tool from sibling tools like 'RetryJob' or 'EnableJob', which might have overlapping purposes in job management.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'RetryJob', 'EnableJob', or 'StopJob'. It mentions a 'session ID' for tracking progress, but doesn't specify prerequisites, conditions for use, or exclusions, leaving usage context unclear.

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