Your AI database agent needs better errors than “tool failed”

Generic error messages like "tool failed" are insufficient for AI database agents using MCP (Model Context Protocol), as they hinder both automated recovery and human auditing. It emphasizes that database tool failures can stem from various distinct causes, such as connection issues or query syntax errors, which should not be lumped together. Instead, effective MCP errors should provide structured, specific explanations to ensure the system remains operable beyond the "happy path" of successful queries.