Incorrect Quota Error Message When Making API Request

I am encountering an issue with the OpenAI API where I receive the following error message:

Expected Behavior:

I expect the API to process my request without error since I have not exceeded my allocated quota.

Actual Behavior:

The API returns an error message indicating that I have exceeded my quota, which is not the case.

"You exceeded your current quota, please check your plan and billing details. For more information on this error, read the docs: https://platform.openai.com/docs/guides/error-codes/api-errors."

Additional Information:

  • Organization ID: org-tk52Srkl0clobAXs1IUPagxl
  • Plan Details: free
  • Current Quota Balance: $1.61

NOTE: I created a new API token but not working also

I have reviewed the documentation provided in the error message but could not find a solution to resolve this issue. Kindly assist in resolving this discrepancy between the reported error and my actual quota balance.

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Heya! Welcome to the dev forums!

OpenAI is in the process of moving from the old payment method (pay at end of month for what you used) to a credits system where you must pre-purchase credits.

There are no free credit grants given anymore.

429 - You exceeded your current quota, please check your plan and billing details Cause: You have run out of credits or hit your maximum monthly spend.
Solution: Buy more credits or learn how to increase your limits.

Good luck and happy building!

Hello @PaulBellow i hope you doing well

Currently i’m in a free tier and working in a very small side project for showcase to the interviewers.

I think there is no way to purchase for the free tier. Also i have greater than $1 available for free use why you stopping from using them

Thanks

Hello, all of your credits have expired (see the screenshot above), so you need to add billing details to continue.

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Oh, Thank you so much, I didn’t even notice.