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Is your server failing to start and showing the following error in the live console or log files?
Segmentation Fault
Don’t panic! We won’t leave you alone with this issue and will help you fix it. Below, we explain how this error can occur and what you can do to resolve it. This way, your server will be running smoothly again in no time!
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There are various reasons for this error message. The most common causes are:
An incorrectly or incompletely configured configuration file can cause the server to access invalid parameters or memory areas during startup or operation.
This often happens when, for example, indentations or value assignments are not set correctly. This can lead to a crash or undefined behavior (e.g., segmentation fault).
Faulty transfers, manual changes, or corrupted installations can damage essential server files. This can cause unexpected behavior or critical crashes like a segmentation fault when loading or running.
If a server update was not fully completed or certain dependencies or modules are missing, errors can occur during startup or operation.
Additional extensions like SourceMod/Metamod or plugins that are incompatible with the server version used or poorly programmed can directly affect the server’s memory access and cause problems.
To fix the problem caused by one of the above reasons, you can try the following solutions:
To rule out errors caused by corrupted or incomplete game files, we recommend using the Validate Steam Files feature in the Gameserver Dashboard.
The gameserver is automatically checked via SteamCMD, and missing or faulty files are replaced with the original version. This process is fully automated and ensures the server files match the current Steam version.
If you have installed additional content like Sourcemod/Metamod and plugins on your gameserver, it makes sense to at least temporarily disable or remove them.
This step can help determine if the issues are caused by the additional content. Especially after updates, such extensions often cause problems because they are no longer or not yet compatible with the new server version.
These steps should help you resolve the problem. If not, don’t hesitate to contact our support – they are available daily to assist you! 🙂
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