API Access Blocked Due to Disputed Unauthorized Usage
OpenAI Developer Community
June 29, 2026
dad:
> It’s standard operating procedure across all businesses to disable access to services in the event of excessive outstanding bills/balances of all kinds–even if those charges are being disputed.
It is also standard procedure that services like that are charged extra.
Beside that .. there is a possibility to set warnings.
https://platform.openai.com/settings << there is a tab “Limits” - for projects
https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/limits << and here for organisations
Discussion in the ATmosphere