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# Workflow Invocation Delayed Node

> Schedule workflow execution to start after a specified delay

## Overview

The Workflow Invocation Delayed Node schedules another workflow to run after a specified time delay. This node enables you to:

* Schedule workflows to run in the future
* Create time-based workflow chains
* Implement delayed follow-ups and reminders
* Coordinate asynchronous workflow execution
* Build workflows that trigger other workflows with timing control

## Configuration Parameters

### Node Configuration

* **Workflow**:

  Select a deployed workflow to invoke. Configure input template values that will be passed to the workflow when it starts.

* **Delay Duration**:

  Time to wait before starting the workflow. Supports format strings and duration formats:

  * `1h` - 1 hour
  * `30m` - 30 minutes
  * `24h` - 24 hours
  * `2d` - 2 days

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Advanced Settings">
    <ul>
      <li>
        <strong>Allow Self-Loop</strong>: Whether to allow the workflow to invoke itself (use with caution to avoid infinite loops)
      </li>
    </ul>
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Expected Inputs and Outputs

* **Inputs**:

  * The node accepts text input that can be used in the delay duration and workflow input template

* **Outputs**:

  * **result**: Confirmation that the workflow invocation was scheduled successfully

## Use Case Examples

1. **Follow-Up Reminders**:

   Schedule reminder workflows to trigger hours or days after an initial action, such as following up on unanswered emails.

2. **Delayed Processing**:

   Wait for a specific period before processing data, allowing time for related events to occur.

3. **Scheduled Notifications**:

   Send notifications or alerts at specific times relative to triggering events.

## Error Handling and Troubleshooting

* **Invalid Duration Format**:

  Ensure the delay duration uses supported formats (e.g., "1h", "30m", "2d"). Invalid formats will cause errors.

* **Workflow Not Found**:

  Verify the selected workflow is deployed and accessible from your current workflow.

* **Self-Loop Warning**:

  Be extremely careful when enabling self-loop. Always include conditions to prevent infinite recursion.

If you encounter any issues not covered in this documentation, please reach out to our [support team](mailto:dev@pathlit.ai) for assistance.

## Relevant Nodes

<CardGroup>
  <Card title="Workflow Invocation Node" href="/docs/nodes/workflow-invocation">
    Execute workflows immediately
  </Card>

  <Card title="Scheduler Node" href="/docs/nodes/scheduler">
    Schedule workflows by specific times
  </Card>

  <Card title="Delay Node" href="/docs/nodes/delay">
    Pause current workflow execution
  </Card>
</CardGroup>