This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Http Schedule Create Scheduled n8n agent. It connects HTTP Request, Webhook across approximately 1 node(s). Expect a Intermediate setup in 15-45 minutes. One‑time purchase: €29.

What This Agent Does

This agent orchestrates a reliable automation between HTTP Request, Webhook, handling triggers, data enrichment, and delivery with guardrails for errors and rate limits.

It streamlines multi‑step processes that would otherwise require manual exports, spreadsheet cleanup, and repeated API requests. By centralizing logic in n8n, it reduces context switching, lowers error rates, and ensures consistent results across teams.

Typical outcomes include faster lead handoffs, automated notifications, accurate data synchronization, and better visibility via execution logs and optional Slack/Email alerts.

How It Works

The workflow uses standard n8n building blocks like Webhook or Schedule triggers, HTTP Request for API calls, and control nodes (IF, Merge, Set) to validate inputs, branch on conditions, and format outputs. Retries and timeouts improve resilience, while credentials keep secrets safe.

Third‑Party Integrations

• HTTP Request
• Webhook

Import and Use in n8n

1. Open n8n and create a new workflow or collection.
2. Choose Import from File or Paste JSON.
3. Paste the JSON below, then click Import.
4. Show n8n JSON

   Title:
   Automating SharePoint List Retrieval with n8n: A Secure OAuth Workflow
   
   Meta Description:
   Learn how to automate data retrieval from SharePoint lists using n8n and Microsoft OAuth credentials. This guide breaks down a secure and scalable low-code workflow that authenticates via OAuth and fetches SharePoint list data.
   
   Keywords:
   n8n workflow, SharePoint automation, OAuth 2.0, Microsoft Graph API, SharePoint REST API, client credentials flow, low-code automation, secure API integration, automate SharePoint, business automation
   
   Third-party APIs Used:
   
   - Microsoft SharePoint REST API
   - Microsoft Azure Access Control (OAuth Token URL)
   
   Article:
   
   Automating SharePoint List Retrieval with n8n: A Secure OAuth Workflow
   
   In today's digital workspace, automating the integration between collaboration tools and enterprise platforms can streamline operations and boost productivity. One common automation need for organizations using Microsoft’s suite of tools is to retrieve data from SharePoint lists securely and efficiently. Thanks to n8n — a powerful, open-source workflow automation tool — it’s possible to build this integration with minimal code.
   
   This article walks through a well-designed n8n workflow to automate the retrieval of data from a SharePoint list using the OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials Flow. It ensures security and modularity, allowing you to safely connect to Microsoft APIs without exposing sensitive credentials.
   
   📌 What Does the Workflow Do?
   
   Simply put, this workflow:
   
   - Triggers on a scheduled basis
   - Sets authentication parameters securely
   - Requests an OAuth 2.0 token from Azure’s Access Control System
   - Uses the token to authenticate an API call to SharePoint and fetch data from a specific list
   
   Let’s walk through each component of the workflow.
   
   🔁 1. Schedule Trigger: Automating the Process
   
   The first node in the workflow is a Schedule Trigger. This node initiates the entire automation on a recurring schedule — such as every hour or once daily — depending on your business needs.
   
   You can configure this interval directly in the node’s parameters. It ensures that the SharePoint list is queried automatically without any manual intervention.
   
   🔐 2. setTenant: Declare Your OAuth Variables
   
   Next, the workflow uses the "Set" node (named setTenant) to initialize important variables required for OAuth authentication. Here, the tenant_id is declared, though its value is left intentionally blank in the visual workflow to indicate it should be substituted securely at runtime.
   
   Security Note:
   The adjacent sticky note reinforces best practices — never hard code sensitive values like client_id, client_secret, or tenant_id into your n8n workflows. These should be referenced securely from a vault such as HashiCorp Vault, GCP Secret Manager, or environment variables, ensuring that your credentials aren’t exposed or leaked.
   
   🔑 3. Generate OAuth Token: Authenticate with Microsoft
   
   This is the most critical step in the workflow. The "Generate OAuth Token" node sends a POST request to Microsoft’s OAuth 2.0 token endpoint. Here's how it works:
   
   - URL: https://accounts.accesscontrol.windows.net/{{ tenant_id }}/tokens/oAuth/2
   - Method: POST
   - Parameters:
     - grant_type: client_credentials
     - client_id and client_secret: your app's credentials (stored securely!)
     - resource: SharePoint domain (e.g., https://yourcompany.sharepoint.com)
   
   The endpoint responds with an access token, which will be used to authenticate your next API call to SharePoint. This step follows Microsoft's Client Credentials Flow, perfect for server-to-server integrations where user context is not necessary.
   
   📋 4. Fetch SharePoint List: Making the API Call
   
   The final node, "Fetch SharePoint List", uses the access token to make an authenticated GET request to SharePoint’s REST API. A sample endpoint would look like:
   
   https://your-sharepoint-domain.sharepoint.com/_api/web/lists/getbytitle('YourListTitle')/items
   
   Header parameters are configured to:
   
   - Accept: application/json;odata=nometadata
   - Content-Type: application/json;odata=verbose
   - Authorization: Bearer {{Token}} (retrieved from the previous node)
   
   This call retrieves all items in the specified SharePoint list in a JSON format, which can then be processed or routed through additional n8n nodes for data transformation, storage, or actions such as email alerts and dashboard updates.
   
   🎯 Why This Workflow Is Valuable
   
   - Fully Automated: Once set up, your data retrieval is hands-free and reliable.
   - Secure by Design: Credentials are never exposed, following best practices.
   - Scalable and Modular: You can build upon this template to perform operations like add, update, or delete list items.
   - No-Code Friendly: Designed in n8n, it’s easy for non-developers to understand and maintain.
   
   📌 Final Thoughts
   
   With the combination of n8n’s flexibility and Microsoft’s robust APIs, enterprises can build powerful data enrichment pipelines without sacrificing security or scalability. By deploying this OAuth workflow in your environment, you efficiently bridge the gap between automation and enterprise-grade data practices.
   
   Always remember to manage secrets securely and adhere to compliance standards when accessing and storing data.
   
   By following this pattern, you're not only streamlining daily operations but also adhering to a structure that supports growth, governance, and reliability.
   
   Ready to take it further? Link this with a Google Sheets API, CRM, or data visualization tool to unlock the full potential of automation in your workflow ecosystem.
   
   Happy automating! 🚀

5. Set credentials for each API node (keys, OAuth) in Credentials.
6. Run a test via Execute Workflow. Inspect Run Data, then adjust parameters.
7. Enable the workflow to run on schedule, webhook, or triggers as configured.

Tips: keep secrets in credentials, add retries and timeouts on HTTP nodes, implement error notifications, and paginate large API fetches.

Validation: use IF/Code nodes to sanitize inputs and guard against empty payloads.

Why Automate This with AI Agents

AI‑assisted automations offload repetitive, error‑prone tasks to a predictable workflow. Instead of manual copy‑paste and ad‑hoc scripts, your team gets a governed pipeline with versioned state, auditability, and observable runs.

n8n’s node graph makes data flow transparent while AI‑powered enrichment (classification, extraction, summarization) boosts throughput and consistency. Teams reclaim time, reduce operational costs, and standardize best practices without sacrificing flexibility.

Compared to one‑off integrations, an AI agent is easier to extend: swap APIs, add filters, or bolt on notifications without rewriting everything. You get reliability, control, and a faster path from idea to production.

Best Practices

• Credentials: restrict scopes and rotate tokens regularly.
• Resilience: configure retries, timeouts, and backoff for API nodes.
• Data Quality: validate inputs; normalize fields early to reduce downstream branching.
• Performance: batch records and paginate for large datasets.
• Observability: add failure alerts (Email/Slack) and persistent logs for auditing.
• Security: avoid sensitive data in logs; use environment variables and n8n credentials.

FAQs

Can I swap integrations later? Yes. Replace or add nodes and re‑map fields without rebuilding the whole flow.

How do I monitor failures? Use Execution logs and add notifications on the Error Trigger path.

Does it scale? Use queues, batching, and sub‑workflows to split responsibilities and control load.

Is my data safe? Keep secrets in Credentials, restrict token scopes, and review access logs.