Can a 401 error be caused by incorrect request headers?

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Can a 401 error be caused by incorrect request headers?
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Yes, other headers besides 'Authorization' can sometimes trigger a 401 error. For example, if the server requires a specific 'Content-Type' header that's missing or incorrect, it might return a 401 as a security measure. Review your request headers carefully.