matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-spec

Return roomID when "M_ROOM_IN_USE" error

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Description

When create a new room, return below error:
{
"errcode": "M_ROOM_IN_USE",
"error": "Room alias already taken"
}

I wish can return the roomID of exiting too, then I can use the exiting room directly.

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Research direction

Start by locating the M_ROOM_IN_USE error definition and the room-creation API in the Matrix specification. Determine how the response could identify the existing room, then document the agreed response behavior and its compatibility implications.

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Assessment

Domain
api, backend-api-design
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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