Level 1 Course – HTTP Node Returns “Forbidden – Authorization data is wrong”

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Hello n8n Community,

I have just started the Level One n8n course and am running into an issue executing the HTTP Request node.

I am using the credentials that were emailed to me by n8n as part of the course setup. However, when I attempt to execute the HTTP node, I consistently receive the following error:

Forbidden – perhaps check your credentials?
Authorization data is wrong!

Key points for context:

  • The HTTP node executes, but fails authentication.

  • Credentials were copied directly from the n8n email.

  • I have confirmed there are no extra spaces or formatting issues.

  • This occurs even when using the exact configuration shown in the course material.

My questions:

  1. Are the Level One course credentials limited in scope or restricted from HTTP node execution?

  2. Is there a known issue with course credentials and authenticated HTTP requests?

  3. Is a separate API key, personal account, or different credential type required for HTTP nodes?

  4. Are there specific headers or auth settings required that are not covered early in the course?

Any guidance on whether this is a permissions issue, credential mismatch, or expected limitation would be appreciated.

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Hi @Badlander43

Just to confirm if you are still facing this issue?

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This issue was resolved

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I’m still having an issue with the level 2 course as it says I still got to do the following: Getting data from warehouse.

I have done all the workflows and past the quizzes. Not sure what else to do to get the badge

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hi @Badlander43 i see you created a new topic! let me know if you still need help.