6 June 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Encountering the “duplicate symbols for architecture x86_64” error in Xcode can be a frustrating experience, especially when you are in the middle of a development sprint. This error typically indicates that you have loaded the same function or symbol multiple times during the build process. Let’s explore some effective solutions to resolve this issue.
Common Solutions
Here are some common solutions that have proven effective for many developers:
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Change ‘No Common Blocks’ to No:
Navigate to
Targets -> Build Settings -> Apple LLVM - Code Generationand setNo Common BlockstoNo. This change can often resolve the duplicate symbols issue. -
Check for Imported .m Files:
Ensure that you have not mistakenly imported a
.mfile instead of a.hfile. Incorrect imports can lead to duplicate symbol errors. -
Remove -ObjC from Other Linker Flags:
If you have added
-ObjCto the Other Linker Flags, try removing it. This flag can cause the linker to load every object file in the library that defines an Objective-C class or category, leading to duplicate symbols. -
Check for Duplicate Files:
Go to
Targets -> Build Phases -> Compile Sourcesand ensure that no files are listed more than once. Remove any duplicate entries. -
Pod Deintegration and Reinstallation:
If you are using Cocoapods, run the following commands in the terminal:
pod deintegrate pod installThis can help resolve issues that arise after updating pods.
Advanced Solutions
If the common solutions do not resolve your issue, consider the following advanced solutions:
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Check for Global Variables:
Ensure that you are not declaring global variables with the same name in different files. Use
staticto limit the scope to the class or module. -
Update Enum Declarations:
If you are using enums, consider updating your declarations to use
NS_ENUMfor better type safety and to avoid duplicate symbols. -
Manual Inspection of .pbxproj:
If you have had a .pbxproj merge conflict, manually inspect and remove duplicate references to class files in the
.pbxprojfile.
Conclusion
Resolving duplicate symbols for architecture x86_64 in Xcode can be challenging, but with the right approach, it is manageable. By following the solutions outlined above, you can effectively troubleshoot and resolve this issue.
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