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Description

This error indicates that you're trying to perform an operation on a Bloom filter that does not exist in your Redis instance. It commonly occurs when the specified Bloom filter key is incorrect or the filter was never created.

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Error Message

ERR Bloom filter not found

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Known Causes

3 known causes

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Incorrect Key

The key used in the Bloom filter command does not match the name of an existing Bloom filter.

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Filter Not Created

The Bloom filter was never initialized using the `BF.RESERVE` command before attempting to use it.

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Filter Expired

The Bloom filter was created with a TTL (Time To Live) and has since expired and been automatically removed by Redis.

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Solutions

4 solutions available

1. Verify Bloom Filter Key Spelling and Existence easy

The most common cause of this error is a simple typo in the Bloom filter key name or attempting to access a filter that was never created. This solution focuses on confirming the correct key name and ensuring the filter exists before attempting operations.

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Double-check the key name used in your Redis client or application code. Ensure it exactly matches the key used when the Bloom filter was created. Pay close attention to case sensitivity, special characters, and leading/trailing spaces.

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Connect to your Redis instance using `redis-cli` or your preferred Redis client.

redis-cli

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Use the `EXISTS` command to check if the Bloom filter key exists. Replace `your_bloom_filter_key` with the actual key name you are using.

EXISTS your_bloom_filter_key

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If `EXISTS` returns `0` (false), the Bloom filter does not exist under that key. Proceed to Solution 2 to create it or Solution 3 to investigate creation issues.

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If `EXISTS` returns `1` (true), the filter exists. Re-examine your Bloom filter operation command for any syntax errors or incorrect parameters.

BF.EXISTS your_bloom_filter_key item_to_check

2. Create the Bloom Filter if it Doesn't Exist easy

If you've confirmed the Bloom filter key is correct but it doesn't exist, the solution is to create it before attempting any operations. This involves using the appropriate RedisBloom command to initialize the filter.

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Connect to your Redis instance using `redis-cli` or your preferred Redis client.

redis-cli

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Use the `BF.RESERVE` command to create the Bloom filter. You need to specify the key name, the desired error rate, and the initial capacity. Replace `your_bloom_filter_key`, `0.01` (1% error rate), and `10000` (initial capacity for 10,000 items) with your desired values.

BF.RESERVE your_bloom_filter_key 0.01 10000

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After successful creation, you can now proceed with adding items or checking for their existence using commands like `BF.ADD` and `BF.EXISTS`.

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For example, to add an item:

BF.ADD your_bloom_filter_key item_to_add

3. Investigate Bloom Filter Creation Logic and Redis Module Loading medium

If the Bloom filter is consistently not found even after verifying the key and attempting to create it, there might be an issue with how the filter is being created in your application logic or with the RedisBloom module itself not being loaded correctly.

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Review the code responsible for creating the Bloom filter in your application. Ensure that the `BF.RESERVE` command (or equivalent in your Redis client library) is being executed successfully before any other Bloom filter operations are attempted.

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Check your Redis server logs for any errors related to module loading. The RedisBloom module needs to be loaded for Bloom filter commands to work.

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Verify that the RedisBloom module is correctly configured and loaded. You can check loaded modules by running the `MODULE LIST` command in `redis-cli`.

MODULE LIST

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If the RedisBloom module is not listed, you need to ensure it's installed and configured in your Redis configuration file (`redis.conf`). You might need to add a line like `loadmodule /path/to/redisbloom.so` to your `redis.conf` and restart Redis.

loadmodule /path/to/redisbloom.so

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Consider the possibility of race conditions. If multiple clients or threads are trying to create the same Bloom filter concurrently, one might fail. Implement proper locking or ensure atomic creation logic.

4. Check Redis Instance and Data Persistence advanced

In more complex scenarios, the Bloom filter might have been created but is no longer present due to Redis instance restarts, data eviction policies, or issues with persistence. This solution involves checking the health of your Redis instance and its configuration.

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Determine if your Redis instance is configured for persistence (RDB or AOF). If persistence is not enabled, all data, including Bloom filters, will be lost upon restart.

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Check the `redis.conf` file for persistence-related settings like `save` (for RDB) or `appendonly` (for AOF). Ensure they are configured appropriately for your needs.

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If you are using Redis Cluster or Sentinel, ensure that the specific node where the Bloom filter was created is healthy and accessible. A failover event could lead to data loss on the previous primary if persistence wasn't fully synchronized.

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Examine your Redis eviction policy. If your Redis instance is running out of memory, and an eviction policy like `allkeys-lru` or `volatile-lru` is in place, the Bloom filter key might have been evicted. Check the `maxmemory-policy` setting in `redis.conf`.

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If you suspect data corruption or a problem with the underlying storage for persistence, consider restoring from a backup if available.

Fix Redis Error BLOOM: Filter Missing