[Bug] Claude Code fails to recognize MAX subscription tier - defaults to Pro restrictions

[nikolaidk]

Environment

• Platform (select one):
  • [ ] Anthropic API
  • [ ] AWS Bedrock
  • [ ] Google Vertex AI
  • [x] Other: Claude Code CLI
• Claude CLI version: 1.0.43 (Claude Code) (also tested with v1.0.98)
• Operating System: macOS 15.6.1 (Build 24G90)
• Terminal:

Bug Description

MAX x20 subscription is not recognized in Claude Code despite being active and working in Claude Desktop. The system incorrectly identifies me as a "Claude Pro" user and restricts access to Opus model. Login sessions show a new "user:profile" attribute that wasn't present in older sessions, suggesting a change in the authentication flow.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Have an active MAX x20 subscription (Org ID: 55456c2e-de81-4166-bc9b-1f113c39d7af)
2. Login to Claude Code using claude login --subscription
3. Run /status command - shows "Login Method: Claude API Account" and model restricted to Sonnet
4. Try to switch to Opus model using claude --model opus
5. Receive error message: "Claude Pro users are not currently able to use Opus in Claude Code"

Expected Behavior

• MAX x20 subscription should be recognized upon login
• Should have access to Opus model as per MAX subscription benefits
• Status should reflect correct subscription tier
• Should be able to use same features as in Claude Desktop

Actual Behavior

• Subscription not recognized - stuck with Sonnet model only
• Error message incorrectly identifies user as "Claude Pro" instead of MAX subscriber
• /status shows:
  • Login Method: Claude API Account
  • Model: Sonnet Sonnet 4 for daily use
• Cannot access Opus model despite MAX subscription

Additional Context

• Session ID: 70c4a2ea-9234-4382-ac10-bcd5a9b75665
• Org ID: 55456c2e-de81-4166-bc9b-1f113c39d7af
• Troubleshooting attempted:
  • Switched between API and subscription login methods - no change
  • Uninstalled and reinstalled Claude Code - no change
  • Downgraded Claude Code versions - no change
• Observable difference in Claude Desktop: Login sessions now show two attributes:
  • New sessions: user:inference AND user:profile
  • Old sessions: Only user:inference
• Note: MAX subscription works correctly in Claude Desktop application, issue is isolated to Claude Code CLI

[github-actions[bot]]

Found 3 possible duplicate issues:

1. https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/6949
2. https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/6247
3. https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/6636

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[nikolaidk]

Crazy thing ... when i obtain token using claude setup-token Iam able to use opus model?

[nikolaidk]

Deleted old key in Claude Code workspace in console.anthropic.com and expected a new one to be created on Claude /login but that did not happen. Login flow does not work as expected. After login I do not see opus option under /model. Iam on 20x Max subscription.

[the-muppet]

I also am having this issue. I have deleted all keys, unset environment, tried from multiple shells. Opus only available on Claude desktop.

[ocasta]

1.0.100 of Claude Code seems to fix it

[the-muppet]

I had to rerun the migrate command and then fix the path in the generated shim but... Hey at least its working again I guess 😅

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[ashvardanian]

I'm also experiencing the same issue with the 20x maximum subscription. Relevant details:

 Version: 2.0.65                                                                                                    
 Session ID: 8ae66526-7ad3-4800-9f1e-2cffa2901115 
 Login method: Claude Max Account                                                                                   
 Model: sonnet[1m] (claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929[1m])                                                                 
 IDE: Connected to VS Code extension version 2.0.65 (server version: 2.0.62)