Fixing the TypeError: response.status is not a function in Next.js API Routes

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What Causes the Error?

The TypeError you see indicates that the second argument in your route handler is not functioning as expected. Here's a refined breakdown of the underlying problem:

How to Resolve the Issue

Method 1: Using the Built-in Response API

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Method 2: Using NextResponse for Enhanced Flexibility

Import NextResponse: You can also use the NextResponse class from the next/server package.

Here’s how your code becomes:

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Conclusion