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Discover how to resolve the `precompile error` when deploying a Rails app using Yarn to Heroku with simple solutions and step-by-step guidance.
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Understanding the Precompile Error in Heroku's Rails App with Yarn

Deploying a Rails application on Heroku can be a smooth experience, but sometimes developers encounter issues, especially when it comes to precompiling assets. One common error you might face is related to Yarn when trying to push your Ruby on Rails (RoR) application. This error can stem from various scenarios – for instance, having added libraries like toaster and jQuery properly, but still running into trouble during deployment.

In this guide, we will dissect a typical problem faced by developers leveraging Yarn in their Rails apps and discover actionable solutions to tackle it. Let’s focus on the precompile error you receive upon deploying to Heroku, which highlights missing Yarn executables and issues with file imports.

The Nature of the Problem

In your situation, after running the commands:

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and configuring them in your application.js and application.scss files, you successfully run the application locally. However, upon pushing your app to Heroku, you encounter an error related to asset precompilation that mentions:

Yarn executable not found

Syntax error in importing the toastr file

This indicates that Heroku is unable to find Yarn in its environment while trying to precompile your assets, which are crucial for your app to function correctly in production.

Steps to Resolve the Precompile Error

Here’s a step-by-step guide to resolve the precompile error when pushing your Rails app to Heroku.

1. Use the Heroku Yarn Buildpack

An effective way to tackle this error is by leveraging the Heroku Yarn buildpack. This buildpack ensures that Yarn is correctly installed and available for use in your Heroku environment.

To set up the Yarn buildpack, run the following command in your terminal:

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This command does the following:

Adds the Yarn buildpack at the top of your buildpack list (index 1).

Ensures Yarn is installed during the build process before assets are precompiled.

2. Precompile Assets Locally

As a good practice, it’s often useful to precompile your assets locally before deploying. You can accomplish this by running:

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By ensuring that assets are precompiled, you help avoid potential issues regarding missing patterns that might arise within your production build.

3. Handle Missing Import Files

In cases where the asset precompilation still results in errors related to file imports, ensure that your asset files are located as intended. For instance, if toastr/toastr cannot be found, double-check that the respective package is correctly installed and imported.

If you decide not to go ahead with Yarn's toastr, consider utilizing the toastr-rails gem as an alternative. This gem allows you to work with Toastr without needing Yarn. To install this gem, add the following line to your Gemfile:

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Then, you can update your JavaScript and SCSS imports accordingly:

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Conclusion

Facing a precompile error while deploying a Rails app to Heroku can be frustrating, but thankfully, there are effective solutions. By using the Yarn buildpack and ensuring that your assets are precompiled, you can overcome these challenges and successfully deploy your application.

Always remember to test locally before deployment and regularly check for any missing files or configurations after adding new packages. Happy coding!