codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix ask_user tool support outside of plan mode [2 comments, 3 participants]

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openai/codex#18224Fetched 2026-04-17 08:31:11
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What version of Codex CLI is running?

0.121.0

What subscription do you have?

Pro

Which model were you using?

gpt5.4

What platform is your computer?

Windows w/ Ubuntu WSL2

What terminal emulator and version are you using (if applicable)?

Windows Terminal WSL

What issue are you seeing?

I am unable to use the ask_user tool outside of plan mode. I would like to use it in non-plan mode.

What steps can reproduce the bug?

Uploaded thread: 019d9874-948b-71e3-b616-e1f0a23d3554

What is the expected behavior?

Use ask_user in non-plan mode.

Additional information

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TL;DR

The issue might be resolved by checking the documentation or configuration for the ask_user tool to see if it has any restrictions or specific requirements for use in non-plan mode.

Guidance

  • Review the documentation for the ask_user tool to understand its usage and limitations in different modes.
  • Check the configuration files or settings for any restrictions on using ask_user in non-plan mode.
  • Verify if there are any specific commands or flags required to enable the use of ask_user in non-plan mode.
  • Consider reaching out to the support team or community forums for the Codex CLI for further assistance, as the provided information does not include explicit details on how to resolve the issue.

Notes

The provided information does not include enough technical details to pinpoint the exact cause or provide a definitive solution. The guidance provided is based on general troubleshooting steps and may not directly resolve the issue.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Check the documentation and configuration for potential restrictions or requirements, as the issue seems to be related to the usage of the ask_user tool in a specific context rather than a version-related problem.

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