Unable to link Windows Kernel32 library native methods and handlers will be disabled – How to solve this OpenSearch error

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Aug-23, Version: 1-2.9

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Briefly, this error occurs when OpenSearch is unable to link to the Kernel32 library, a critical component of the Windows operating system. This could be due to incorrect system path settings, missing or corrupted library files, or insufficient permissions. To resolve this issue, you can try reinstalling or repairing your Windows OS, ensuring that the system path is correctly set, or running OpenSearch with administrative privileges. If the library files are missing or corrupted, you may need to obtain a fresh copy from a trusted source.

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This guide will help you check for common problems that cause the log ” unable to link Windows/Kernel32 library. native methods and handlers 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 Windows/Kernel32 library. native methods and handlers will be disabled.” classname is JNAKernel32Library.java.
We extracted the following from OpenSearch source code for those seeking an in-depth context :

                Native.register("kernel32");
                logger.debug("windows/Kernel32 library loaded");
            } catch (NoClassDefFoundError e) {
                logger.warn("JNA not found. native methods and handlers will be disabled.");
            } catch (UnsatisfiedLinkError e) {
                logger.warn("unable to link Windows/Kernel32 library. native methods and handlers will be disabled.");
            }
        }
    }

    static JNAKernel32Library getInstance() {

 

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