n8n Node Guide: Stop And Error

Description

Data Transformation node in n8n.

What It Does

Stop the workflow and throw an error with a custom message.

When To Use It

Failing fast on invalid data, alerting on bad input, aborting pipelines.

Key Parameters

Error Message, Error Type

Common Mistakes

It stops the whole execution – downstream nodes do not run.

Example

Validation check -> Stop And Error “Invalid order ID” -> error alert.

FAQ

Is this node included in n8n Community Edition?

Yes – Stop And Error ships with the free Community Edition. No paid license needed.

Pair with the Error Trigger workflow to notify on failures.?

Where does it fit in a workflow?

Stop And Error works with any other node – connect it after a trigger or data node, and feed its output into the next step. Standard n8n data flow: trigger -> transform -> act.

Is support included?

Yes – message the seller through the store and I will help you wire this node.