Slicemachine not working at all

The slicemashine is malfunctioning. It either perpetually loads with a 500 error while calling the _manage function or informs me that I am not logged in. Upon logging in, I am unable to push my modules due to an error screen. I have attempted reinstalling the software multiple times, including with fresh repositories, but the issue persists. This experience has been highly frustrating, as I have spent nearly a day on it, resulting in a significant loss of productivity.

:heavy_multiplication_x: Pulling existing types...
→ Invalid context provided
Error: Invalid context provided
at CustomTypesClient.fetch

Impacted feature

All, not usable at all

What steps have you taken to resolve this issue already?

Reinstalled number of time unsuccessful

Errors

  1. Not logged in even using prismic cli
  2. Error page when trying to push
  3. :heavy_multiplication_x: Pulling existing types...
    → Invalid context provided
    Error: Invalid context provided
    at CustomTypesClient.fetch

Your Role

Developer

Hello Olaf,

I’m sorry to hear you’re experiencing difficulties with Slice Machine. Let’s work through these issues together.

1. Authentication Issues:
You’re encountering messages indicating you’re not logged in, even after using the Prismic CLI. To address this:
Update the Prismic CLI: Ensure you’re using the latest version. Update by running:

npm install -g prismic-cli

Re-authenticate: Log out and back in to refresh your session:

prismic logout
prismic login

If the issue persists, verify that your sm.json file contains the correct apiEndpoint for your repository.

2. Error When Pushing Changes:
Encountering errors during the push process can be frustrating. Here’s how to troubleshoot:
Check User Permissions: Ensure your Prismic account has the necessary permissions to push changes. Users without admin rights may face restrictions.
Restart Slice Machine: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve unexpected errors.
Inspect Logs: Review the terminal and browser console logs for specific error messages. These can provide insights into the root cause.

3. “Invalid Context Provided” Error:
This error often relates to issues with the project’s configuration:
Verify sm.json Configuration: Ensure the apiEndpoint and other configurations in your sm.json file are accurate.
Check Network Connectivity: Confirm that your network connection is stable and not blocking requests to Prismic’s services.

Additional Recommendations:
Node.js Version: Some users have reported issues with certain Node.js versions. Consider upgrading to the latest LTS version.
• Similar issues have been discussed. Reviewing these threads might offer additional solutions:

If after these steps you’re still experiencing problems, please provide more details about your environment:

• Operating System
• Node.js version
• Prismic CLI version
• Any recent changes made to your project setup

This information will help in diagnosing the issue more effectively.