[BUG] Invalid API Key - Fix external API key when running headless mode with -p
Resolved 💬 8 comments Opened Aug 13, 2025 by bibo52 Closed Mar 4, 2026
Environment
- Claude CLI version: v1.0.77
- Operating System: MacOS 15.2
- Terminal: Terminal App
Bug Description
Any time I attempt to run claude via claude -p "test" it returns Invalid API key · Fix external API key
Expected Behavior
Interactive Claude Code works and is logged in via Max plan, also works over SSH.
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