6 June 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Encountering the error java.lang.NoClassDefFoundError: javax/xml/bind/annotation/XmlSchema while installing Android SDK tools can be frustrating. This issue often arises due to incompatibilities between the Android SDK tools and certain versions of Java. Here, we provide a step-by-step guide to resolve this issue effectively.
Steps to Resolve the Issue
1. Download the Latest Android SDK Command-line Tools
One of the most straightforward solutions is to download the latest Android SDK Command-line Tools. Here’s how you can do it:
- Open Android Studio.
- Navigate to Preferences > Appearance & Behavior > System Settings > Android SDK > SDK Tools.
- Check the box next to Android SDK Command-line Tools (latest).
- Click Apply and wait for the installation to complete.
For Android Studio Giraffe | 2022.3.1 Patch 1, find these settings under File > Settings, then in the left panel, navigate to Languages & Frameworks > Android SDK and finally select the SDK Tools.
2. Update Your PATH Environment Variable
After installing the latest command-line tools, you need to add the new tools to your PATH. This can be done by updating your .bashrc, .zshrc, or a similar profile file:
export PATH=$PATH:$ANDROID_HOME/cmdline-tools/latest/bin3. Re-run Flutter Doctor
If you are using Flutter, re-run the following commands to ensure that all licenses are accepted:
flutter doctor --android-licensesAccept all the licenses by typing y when prompted.
Alternative Solutions
Downgrade Java Version
If the above steps do not resolve your issue, consider downgrading your Java version to Java 8. Here are the commands for macOS using Homebrew:
brew cask uninstall java # uninstall java9
brew tap homebrew/cask-versions
brew cask install java8 # install java8Then, update your Android SDK:
brew install --cask android-sdkConclusion
Following these steps should help you resolve the java.lang.NoClassDefFoundError: javax/xml/bind/annotation/XmlSchema error when installing the Android SDK tools. Ensuring that you have the latest command-line tools and the correct Java version are key steps to avoid this issue.
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