Severity Revert · Bytecode Verification

Bytecode Verification Failure (VM Error)

Q: How do I fix 'Bytecode Verification Failure (VM Error)'?

To resolve this error: Recompile the Move package using the latest sui-move compiler (sui move build). Verify all abilities (key, store, copy, drop) are appropriately applied to structs. Check that private functions or friend modules match caller signatures.

VMStatus::VerificationError(BytecodeVerificationFailure)

Why Did This Transaction Revert?

Attempting to publish bytecode compiled with an incompatible compiler version, corrupted bytes, or unsafe abilities.

Smart Contract Revert Point

Move VM bytecode verifier rejected the module definition.

💧 Native Sui Move Code & Fix

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Step-by-Step Resolution Checklist

Recompile the Move package using the latest sui-move compiler (sui move build).

Verify all abilities (key, store, copy, drop) are appropriately applied to structs.

Check that private functions or friend modules match caller signatures.

Diagnostic Actions

Target Chain:

Recommended Gas Limit: units

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