createGroup
Create a new group in Redmine by specifying its name, user IDs, and custom fields.
Instructions
Create group
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| pathParams | Yes | ||
| bodyParams | Yes |
Create a new group in Redmine by specifying its name, user IDs, and custom fields.
Create group
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| pathParams | Yes | ||
| bodyParams | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are present, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It only says 'Create group' with no information on required permissions, idempotency, side effects (e.g., whether it creates an empty group or requires initial members), or error states.
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 two-word description is under-specified rather than concise. It lacks any structure or essential details that a single sentence could provide, such as required parameters or typical usage context.
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 of the input schema (nested objects, multiple required parameters) and no output schema, the description fails to provide any meaningful context. An agent cannot safely invoke this tool without guessing parameter semantics.
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?
The input schema has 0% coverage with no descriptions, and the description adds no meaning to the parameters. The nested 'group' object with fields like user_ids and custom_fields receives no explanation of format, constraints, or purpose.
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 'Create group' is a tautology that merely restates the tool name and does not distinguish from many other 'create' siblings like createProject, createUser, etc. It lacks specificity about what kind of group (e.g., user group, project group) or any unique scope.
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. With sibling tools like addUserToGroup and removeUserFromGroup, the agent cannot infer appropriate scenarios such as creation versus membership management.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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