Error code reference

Every error string ParlayAPI returns, what HTTP status accompanies it, what it means, and what to do. Filterable. If you got an error code that isn't in this list, paste the request_id header in r/parlayapi or email support@parlay-api.com and we'll add it within the day.

Status Code Meaning + what to do

Common header values on errors

HeaderMeaning
X-Request-IDPer-request 32-hex trace ID. Include this when reporting an issue.
X-Response-TimeServer processing time in milliseconds.
X-RateLimit-RemainingCredits remaining in the current period. Drops to 0 just before OUT_OF_USAGE_CREDITS.
Retry-AfterSeconds to wait before retrying. Present on 429 and on 503 responses from the failover thin-tier.

Health signals to check during a 5xx