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Check if workflows contain build-in nodes that are not of the latest version

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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

How it works it will return workflows that have buil in nodes not of latest version with information of node name, type, current version and latest version for that type Set up steps: You need to h...

Best for

  • DevOps automation workflows
  • advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.manualtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.splitout, n8n-nodes-base.if, n8n-nodes-base.aggregate, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.summarize, n8n-nodes-base.n8n

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Michael.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Check if workflows contain build-in nodes that are not of the latest version
Workflow name
Check if workflows contain build-in nodes that are not of the latest version

How it works

  • it will return workflows that have buil-in nodes not of latest version with information of node name, type, current version and latest version for that type

Set up steps:

  • You need to have n8n credentials set, you can get n8n API key under settings
  • set your instance base URL in "instance base url" node

Disclaimar:

Only check build-in nodes, community nodes are not supported

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - get node types

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 2 - When clicking ‘Test workflow’

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.manualTrigger - manualTrigger
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Split Out

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.splitOut - splitOut
Config choices
Version 1

Block 4 - If

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.if - if
Config choices
Version 2

Block 5 - Aggregate

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.aggregate - aggregate
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - extract name and latest version

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 7 - Summarize

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.summarize - summarize
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - get all workflows

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.n8n - n8n
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 10 - prettify output

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

Block 11 - instance base url

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

Block 12 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 13 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 14 - get single workflow

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.n8n - n8n
Config choices
Version 1

Block 15 - node names that needs update

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

3. Summary Table

Workflow Check if workflows contain build-in nodes that are not of the latest version
Complexity advanced
Nodes 15
Categories DevOps
Author Michael
Published 27 Jun 2024

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/2301/2301.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Check if workflows contain build-in nodes that are not of the latest version do?

How it works it will return workflows that have buil in nodes not of latest version with information of node name, type, current version and latest version for that type Set up steps: You need to h...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your DevOps use case.