claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [BUG] Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com [1 comments, 2 participants]

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anthropics/claude-code#48630Fetched 2026-04-16 06:55:12
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Error Message

Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com

Root Cause

no idea because you've hidden where I can find it

Code Example

Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com
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Preflight Checklist

  • I have searched existing issues and this hasn't been reported yet
  • This is a single bug report (please file separate reports for different bugs)
  • I am using the latest version of Claude Code

What's Wrong?

Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com

What Should Happen?

api should work

Error Messages/Logs

Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com

Steps to Reproduce

call claude code api

Claude Model

None

Is this a regression?

Yes, this worked in a previous version

Last Working Version

No response

Claude Code Version

no idea because you've hidden where I can find it

Platform

Anthropic API

Operating System

macOS

Terminal/Shell

iTerm2

Additional Information

Getting consistent API Error: 500 {"type":"error","error":{"type":"api_error","message":"Internal server error"},"request_id":"req_011Ca5kSpev1VU8FFDsSJbWo"} · check status.claude.com

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TL;DR

Check the status page at status.claude.com for any ongoing issues or maintenance that might be causing the API Error 500.

Guidance

  • Verify the status of the Anthropic API at status.claude.com to see if there are any reported issues or maintenance windows that could be causing the error.
  • Try checking the API documentation or support resources for any known issues or troubleshooting steps related to API Error 500.
  • Since this is reported as a regression, if possible, try to identify the last working version of the Claude Code or API to help narrow down when the issue started.
  • Consider reaching out to the support team or community forums for further assistance, as the issue might be specific to the Anthropic API or Claude Code integration.

Notes

The provided information lacks specific details about the version of Claude Code being used, which could be crucial for identifying the root cause of the issue. Additionally, without more context about the API call being made (e.g., endpoint, parameters), it's challenging to provide a more targeted solution.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Check the status page and API documentation for any known issues or maintenance, as this might provide a temporary solution or explanation for the error.

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