Unable to link C library native methods mlockall will be disabled – How to solve this OpenSearch error

Opster Team

Aug-23, Version: 1-2.9

Before you dig into reading this guide, have you tried asking OpsGPT what this log means? You’ll receive a customized analysis of your log.

Try OpsGPT now for step-by-step guidance and tailored insights into your OpenSearch operation.

Briefly, this error occurs when OpenSearch is unable to link to the C library, which disables the native methods like mlockall. This could be due to missing or incompatible C library versions. To resolve this, ensure that the C library is properly installed and the version is compatible with your OpenSearch version. If the issue persists, you may need to recompile OpenSearch with the correct C library. Also, check the permissions and paths to the C library to ensure OpenSearch can access it.

For a complete solution to your to your search operation, try for free AutoOps for Elasticsearch & OpenSearch . With AutoOps and Opster’s proactive support, you don’t have to worry about your search operation – we take charge of it. Get improved performance & stability with less hardware.

This guide will help you check for common problems that cause the log ” unable to link C library. native methods (mlockall) will be disabled. ” to appear. To understand the issues related to this log, read the explanation below about the following OpenSearch concepts: bootstrap.

Log Context

Log “unable to link C library. native methods (mlockall) will be disabled.” classname is JNACLibrary.java.
We extracted the following from OpenSearch source code for those seeking an in-depth context :

    static {
        try {
            Native.register("c");
        } catch (UnsatisfiedLinkError e) {
            logger.warn("unable to link C library. native methods (mlockall) will be disabled."; e);
        }
    }

    static native int mlockall(int flags);

 

How helpful was this guide?

We are sorry that this post was not useful for you!

Let us improve this post!

Tell us how we can improve this post?

Get expert answers on Elasticsearch/OpenSearch