Distinguish Lua errors from taint before reporting a problem.
Identify the message
We should explain that there are 2 main types of "errors" you can recieve. One is what we often refer to is a "taint" and the other is your typical Lua error. ADDON_ACTION_BLOCKED indicates a blocked protected action, often discussed as taint. The addon named in the message does not by itself identify the cause. Lua errors include a message and stack trace which are typically far easier to debug.
Prepare a report
Record the triggering action, game and addon versions, and complete error. Test for addon interactions and follow support channel pins.
If you are planning on reporting this to us, make sure you follow the troubleshooting steps listed below to help streamline the process and save everyone time.
- Type in game: /edebug on
- Attempt to reproduce your issue. Do you still have the issue?
- NO
- Issue is most likely caused by another addon/ElvUI plugin. - YES
- Type in game: /estatus - Make sure to post a full, uncropped screenshot showing the issue and the status panel to the proper support channel in the Discord server.
- Assuming you have not logged out or closed the game, you should be able to type in game: /edebug off