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Learn how to resolve the issue of duplicate crash reports caused by `didCrashOnPreviousExecution()` in Firebase Crashlytics. Discover insights, future fixes, and best practices.
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Managing the Duplicate Crash Report Issue with Firebase Crashlytics

If you've recently updated Firebase Crashlytics, you might have encountered a frustrating problem: the method didCrashOnPreviousExecution() is behaving unexpectedly. Instead of simply notifying you of a crash from the previous app run, this method is firing every time your onCreate() method is called, resulting in multiple notifications and crash reports for a single crash. In this guide, we will explore this issue in detail and discuss potential solutions.

Understanding the Problem

What is didCrashOnPreviousExecution()?

This method is part of Firebase Crashlytics, a powerful crash-reporting tool integrated into your Android applications. Previously, if a crash occurred, a callback method (crashlyticsDidDetectCrashDuringPreviousExecution()) would execute only once when your activity was created. This allowed you to handle crashes without crowding your user interface or overwhelming your email inbox with crash reports.

The Current Behavior

With the recent update, didCrashOnPreviousExecution() has replaced the old callback method. Unfortunately, this new method does not clear itself effectively. Here’s what's happening:

Every time an activity's onCreate() method is called, didCrashOnPreviousExecution() is triggered.

As a result, the app displays repeated crash messages to users and sends multiple identical crash reports.

This behavior undermines the intended functionality of Crashlytics and can lead to a poor user experience.

Finding a Solution

Reaching Out to Firebase

If you're facing this issue, you're not alone. Many developers have reported similar problems, and the Firebase team is aware of the bugs that this update created. After contacting their support team, I received confirmation that they are working on a fix. Here's a brief summary of their response:

Firebase acknowledged that the behavior change is likely due to the transition from a callback system to a synchronous API call.

They have filed a feature request to restore the previous behavior.

What to Do in the Meantime

While waiting for an official fix, here are some temporary solutions and best practices you can implement to mitigate the issue:

Implement a Check for Previous Crashes: Before calling didCrashOnPreviousExecution(), you might create a simple flag that checks whether you already handled a crash. This prevents the same code from executing multiple times.

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Monitor Firebase Release Notes: Keep an eye on Firebase's release notes. They often provide updates about bug fixes, new features, and changes that impact functionality. Regularly checking these notes ensures you’re aware of any changes that might resolve the current issue.

Conclusion

The problematic behavior of didCrashOnPreviousExecution() can be cumbersome, but by temporarily implementing checks or flags to manage how and when notifications are handled, you can smooth over the user experience. With Firebase acknowledging the issue and promising a future update to address it, it's encouraging to know a solution will be on the way. Remain proactive in monitoring the updates from Firebase while enforcing your own handling methods to mitigate the impact of this concern while you wait for an official fix.

Remember, reaching out to the development community can also yield additional insights and potential workarounds. Keep coding, stay informed, and ensure that your users receive the best possible experience even in the face of bugs.