How to Fix Errors Caused by Entities in Minecraft
- HolyHosting
- Oct 12, 2025
- 2 min read
Hello, Minecraft players! 👾
Today we’re talking about one of the most frustrating errors you can encounter on your server: Entity Ticking errors 😱. But don’t worry — here at HolyHosting, we’re here to help you understand and fix them.
What Is an "Entity Ticking" Error?
An Entity Ticking error occurs when a mob or block in the world becomes corrupted. You’ll usually see something like this in your crash report:
java.lang.nullpointerexception: ticking entity
This type of error can cause your server to crash every time it tries to process the corrupted entity.
Types of Ticking Errors
Ticking Block:
A Ticking Block error is similar to a Ticking Entity error but relates to a block, usually added by a mod.
Ticking World:
This is the most severe error. It occurs when there’s corruption in the world but a specific entity cannot be located. Sometimes, this can be irreparable 🔥.
Common Issue ⚠️:
Impossible Fix: When the error is a Ticking World, restoring a backup may be the only viable solution.
Solutions for the "Ticking Entity" Error
Restore from a Backup:The simplest way is to restore a backup of your world.
Crash Reports: These reports contain crucial information to remove the corrupted entity, such as the entity type and its exact coordinates.
3. CoFH Killall Command:
If you have the CoFH Core mod, you can use the command:
/cofh killall
to remove the problematic entity without being connected to the server.
Step-by-Step Solution to Remove a Corrupted Entity
Identify the Error:Read the crash report to determine the problematic entity.
Locate the Entity:Use the coordinates provided in the report to find it.
Remove the Entity:
If you have CoFH Core, use the /cofh killall command.
Otherwise, remove it manually.
Conclusion
We hope this guide has been helpful! 🚀 Remember, don’t hesitate to ask questions on the HolyHosting Discord or contact our support team.
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