The error "Fatal Error: Undefined Function is_network_admin()" in WordPress usually occurs when the function is_network_admin()
is used in a context where it's not available. This function is typically used in a Multisite environment to determine if the current administration page is part of the network (Super Admin) or a single site.
Here are some steps to troubleshoot and fix this issue:
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Check for Multisite Installation:
- Ensure that you are running a Multisite installation of WordPress. If you're not using Multisite, the function
is_network_admin()
may not be available.
- Ensure that you are running a Multisite installation of WordPress. If you're not using Multisite, the function
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Check for Typos or Mistakes:
- Double-check your code to ensure that
is_network_admin()
is spelled correctly and is used in a valid context.
- Double-check your code to ensure that
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Verify Function Availability:
- In a non-Multisite installation, the
is_network_admin()
the function is not available. To avoid this error, you may need to use an alternative approach to achieve your desired functionality.
- In a non-Multisite installation, the
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Conditional Check for Multisite:
- If you're using
is_network_admin()
in a plugin or theme, make sure to check if the Multisite feature is enabled before using the function. You can do this using theis_multisite()
function:
php - If you're using
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if ( is_multisite() && is_network_admin() ) { // Your code here }
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Update Plugins/Themes:
- Ensure that all your plugins and themes are up to date. Outdated software can sometimes lead to compatibility problems.
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Check for Plugin Conflicts:
- Temporarily deactivate all plugins and try to reproduce the error. If it doesn't occur, reactivate each plugin one by one to identify the one causing the conflict.
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Check for Theme Conflicts:
- Temporarily switch to a default WordPress theme (like Twenty Twenty-One) to see if the issue persists. This will help determine if the problem is related to your current theme.
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Review Error Logs:
- Check your server's error logs for any specific messages related to the
is_network_admin()
error. This can provide insight into the underlying problem.
- Check your server's error logs for any specific messages related to the
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Contact Plugin/Theme Developer:
- If the issue persists and is related to a specific plugin or theme, consider contacting the developer or support team for assistance.
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Debug Mode:
- Enable WordPress debug mode to see if there are any error messages related to the
is_network_admin()
function. Add the following lines to yourwp-config.php
file:
- Enable WordPress debug mode to see if there are any error messages related to the
define('WP_DEBUG', true);
define('WP_DEBUG_LOG', true);
Remember to always back up your website files and database before making any significant changes. This way, you can easily restore your site if something goes wrong during troubleshooting.