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infoMod ErrorsAffects: All modded versions

How to Fix JEI / REI Loading Errors

Fix JEI/REI Loading Errors by updating to the latest version and clearing the recipe cache.

Quick Fix

Update JEI/REI to the latest version for your Minecraft and mod loader version.

Error Message

JEI encountered an error / REI failed to load

How to Fix

1

Update JEI/REI to the latest compatible version

2

Increase RAM allocation if using a large modpack

3

Check if a specific mod is providing invalid recipes (check logs)

4

Clear the JEI/REI cache: delete .minecraft/jei/ or .minecraft/rei/ folder

Common Causes

  • JEI/REI version not matching Minecraft version
  • Another mod providing invalid recipes
  • Memory issue with large modpacks

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Update JEI or REI
  2. Delete the jei/ or rei/ cache folder in .minecraft/
  3. Increase RAM if needed
  4. Restart

FAQ

JEI or REI?

JEI is for Forge/NeoForge. REI has Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge versions. Both show recipes and item info in-game.

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