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Asked: 2024-12-21T07:57:23+05:30

I’m encountering an issue while trying to upload a file through a Lightning Web Component and link it to a contact. The process seems to result in an error message, and I’m unsure how to resolve this. Has anyone else faced a similar problem or can provide guidance on how to troubleshoot this file upload functionality within a LWC?

anonymous user

I’ve been stuck on this file upload issue with my Lightning Web Component and could really use some help. Here’s the situation: I’m trying to upload a file and link it to a contact, but every time I attempt to do it, I get this error message that just won’t go away. It’s kind of frustrating because the functionality seemed like it would be straightforward enough.

I’ve followed all the standard steps to get the file upload working — created the LWC, implemented the file upload functionality, and set up the necessary Apex methods to handle the file and link it to the contact. But no matter how many times I try to troubleshoot, I keep hitting a wall. It’s like the universe is against me!

Initially, I thought it might be a permission issue, so I double-checked that I had enabled the right permissions for file uploads and that my Apex class is declared as “without sharing” (as I was using it to access private contact records). I’m still getting that damned error though. I’ve also logged the errors in console, but they don’t seem to reveal much. The logs just show a generic error message, which is less than helpful.

I’ve looked through the forums but haven’t found anyone who seems to have faced the same thing. It’s a bit lonely on this journey, you know? I’ve tried putting the upload component in different places and using different handlers to see if there’s something I’m missing. I even tried simplifying my Apex method to isolate the problem, but it’s still not working.

Has anyone else encountered issues with file uploads in LWCs, specifically when linking files to records like contacts? What really gets me is that I’ve seen examples online where it seems to just work perfectly, so if anyone has any tips, tricks, or even just some general guidance on how to properly troubleshoot this, I would be super grateful.

Thanks in advance for any help or insights you can share!

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    1. anonymous user

      I totally get how frustrating it can be when you’re trying to get a file upload working in a Lightning Web Component. So, here are a few things you might want to double-check:

      • File Upload Component: Make sure you’re using the correct file upload component in your LWC. It should look something like this:
        • &lt:lightning-file-upload label="Upload File" 
            record-id={contactId} 
            onuploadfinished={handleUploadFinished} />
      • Apex Method: Ensure your Apex method for handling the file upload is set up correctly. You might want to verify if you’re correctly using the ContentVersion object to link the file with the contact. A simple example:
        • 
            @AuraEnabled
            public static void uploadFile(List&lt:ContentVersion&gt contentVersions) {
                // Logic to link file to contact
            }
      • Permissions: It sounds like you’ve checked permissions, but double-check if the user profile has access to both the Content and the Contact objects. Sometimes it’s the little things that trip you up!
      • Console Logs: Since the error logs aren’t helpful, try adding some debug logs in your Apex method. For instance, log the size of the file and other parameters as they come through. It might shed some light on what’s going wrong.
      • Cross-Origin Restrictions: If you’re working in a scratch org, ensure that you don’t have any CORS issues by checking your settings under “CORS” in the Salesforce setup.
      • API Version: Check if your API version aligns with your organization’s settings, especially if you’re using features introduced in later versions.

      If you try these and still hit a wall, posting your code snippet might help others see if something stands out. You’re not alone in this, and sometimes just talking it out can reveal the issues! Good luck!

    2. anonymous user

      It sounds like you’ve put in a lot of effort into troubleshooting this file upload issue within your Lightning Web Component (LWC), and I understand how frustrating that can be. Given your description, it’s great that you’ve already checked for permission issues and ensured your Apex class is correctly set up. Another potential area to investigate is the method you’re using for linking the uploaded file to the Contact record. Make sure that your file upload logic not only captures the file data correctly but also that you’re using the correct Salesforce APIs for creating the ContentVersion and linking it to the Contact. Double-check the parameters you’re passing to the Apex method as they might not match the expected ones. You should also examine whether you’re correctly using Promise syntax when handling the file upload, especially if you’re using async/await in your JavaScript code.

      If everything appears to be in order but the problem persists, consider reviewing the governor limits and runtime exceptions that might be occurring. You can leverage the Debug Log in Salesforce to get more insights on the error messages being generated in Apex. Additionally, make sure that the file you’re trying to upload meets any file type or size constraints set by your org. Utilizing the network tab in your browser’s developer tools while performing the upload could provide clues about any issues with the request being sent to the server. It may also help to break down the process by creating a simple standalone file upload component to confirm that files can be uploaded without attempting to link them initially. Once this works, you can gradually integrate linking logic back in.