Red Errors or XML Warnings on Startup
Tags: logs, xml, mods, troubleshooting
Red errors during startup usually come from broken XML patches or outdated mods. Identify the mod and fix the XML first.
Find the source
- Open
output_log.txt and search for the first red error.
- Note the XML file and mod name referenced in the stack trace.
Fix steps
- Update the offending mod to the latest version.
- Remove duplicate copies of the same mod.
- Validate XML syntax (missing tags, invalid properties).
- Restart and recheck logs after each change.
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