Solana: How to solve the cargo build-sbf error?

February 8, 2025 1:31 pm Published by

Solving Cargo Build-SBF Error on Solana: A Step-by-Step Guide

As you’re just starting out of With Rust and Solana, it’s not uncommon to encounter issuli issuli issuli issuli the “cargo build-sbf error”. Don’t worry; this article will give you the troubleshooting of the processes to resolve that issue.

The Issue: Cargo Build-SBF Error

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When you run cargobuild, a new binary is generated in your project. Howver, Solana has introduced a new step called “Build-SBF”, it previously painting as “build” This Change affects thee Rust and Solana work together. To fix the error, you’ll need to mode according.

Step 1: Update Your Cargo.toml File

To resolve the issue, oopen your Cargo.toml file in a text and update the following line:

`toml

[build-system]

requires = ["cargo-bf"]



This line is you're using "bf" (Build-System) plugin from Rust.





Step 2: Run Your Cargo Command With Solana's New Build System




Update yourCargo.tomlfile to include the following comment:


toml


[package]


name = "hello_world"


version = "0.1.0"




[build-system]


requires = ["cargo-bf"]


build-system = "rfc 4506 solana-native"




[dependencies]

This updated Cargo.tomlfile includes the Solana-specific build system plugin.

Step 3: Update Your Cargo Command to Use the New Build System

Open your terminal and run



cargo build-sbf

This dewhn is generate a new binary in your project directory, it is a "build-sbf error"

Additional Tips and Best Practices:

  • The Make of the yu're the latest of the whole Solana's dependence. You can check for updates by running solaris update`.

  • When Building with Solana, it’s recommended to 10.

cargo build-sbf --std

It’s it’s compatible whe both Rust and Solana.

  • Keep in mind that Building with Solana canger than the regular Rust Builds. Be patient!

Conclusion:

By following thees, you should be able to resolve the “cargo build-sbf error” Remember to elways update your depenandencies and use the latest of the same Solana build system plugin.

If you encounter any further issues or hasa questions, feel free to aask!

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