Bitcoin: Transaction stuck between AddToWallet newupdate and AddToWallet update

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Bitcoin: Transaction stuck between AddToWallet NewUpdate and AddToWallet Update

As a user using Bitcoin Core on Raspberry Pi, you are well aware of the limitations and potential issues that can arise when trying to manage multiple applications, such as Bitcoin-Qt. One such issue is updating the AddToWallet application, which can sometimes cause transactions to get stuck.

The purpose of this article is to explain the situation and provide some troubleshooting steps to resolve it.

Problem

Assuming that you are running both Bitcoin Core and Bitcoind on your Raspberry Pi, which are perfectly fine in most cases. However, sometimes a high load on Bitcoin-Qt can cause issues when trying to update AddToWallet. This is likely due to a few reasons:

• Network congestion: If multiple users are connected to the same network or have a fast internet connection, it can lead to bottlenecks and slow down transactions.

• Memory Limitations: Adding new functionality or updating existing code can cause memory issues if not implemented carefully.

• System Resources: The Raspberry Pi’s system resources, such as CPU power, RAM, or storage, may be insufficient for the update process.

Stuck Transaction

When a transaction gets stuck in AddToWallet for these reasons, it may look like this:

Error: Transaction cannot be completed! (Event ID 0x123456)

Or if you are using the Bitcoin-Qt GUI:

Event [0x123456] is currently being processed...

Troubleshooting Steps

If the above issue persists, here are some steps to resolve it:

For Bitcoin Core and Bitcoind on Raspberry Pi

• Disable AddToWallet Update: Try disabling the wallet update process in your configuration file (usually `/etc/Bitcoin/cluster.conf’).

• Increase system resources: If possible, increase your CPU power or memory to see if that fixes the issue.

• Update Bitcoin Core and Bitcoind

  : Make sure you are running the latest versions of both applications.

For Raspberry Pi specific solution

• Run as sudo: When attempting to update AddToWallet, run the command as “sudo” (root).

• Check system resources: Before updating, check your system’s CPU power and RAM usage using tools such as “top”, “htop” or “free -m”.

Additional tips

• Make sure you are using Bitcoin Core 0.20.x or later to avoid compatibility issues with older versions.

• If the issue persists, consider upgrading your Raspberry Pi to a more powerful model or using alternative hardware solutions.

Conclusion

While updating AddToWallet can be an important part of maintaining a secure and functional Bitcoin node, it is not immune to potential issues. By understanding what might be causing events to get stuck and taking steps to resolve the issue, you will be better able to troubleshoot and prevent similar issues in your own installation.