While setting up an existing node application on a new Linux system, I faced the error “node-sass: Linux 64-bit with Unsupported runtime (108)”. This issue typically comes due to a mismatch between the node-sass version and the Node.js runtime versions. This error suggests that the node-sass is build with some other Node version and is incompatible with the current installed Node.js version. This tutorial will try to provide the solutions of possible causes of the issue
Understanding the Error:
This error comes when the node-sass package, which compiles Sass (.scss) to CSS, encounter the compatibility issue between your current Node.js runtime version and its supported versions. The specific code (108) likely indicates an internal reference within node-sass that maps to the unsupported runtime.
Resolving the Issue:
Here are the steps you can take to fix this error:
- Check Node.js Version Compatibility:
- Run node -v in your terminal to determine your Node.js version.
- Visit the documentation for node-sass (refer to their official repository or website) to find the list of supported Node.js versions.
- Update or Downgrade Node.js (if necessary):
- If your Node.js version is higher than the supported range, you’ll need to downgrade to a compatible version.
- If it’s lower, consider updating to a supported LTS (Long-Term Support) version for better stability and security. You can use a Node version manager like nvm (https://tecadmin.net/install-nvm-macos-with-homebrew/) to simplify this process.
- Rebuild node-sass (if applicable):
In some cases, rebuilding node-sass might resolve compatibility issues. Try:
npm rebuild node-sass - Use a Pre-built Binary (if available):
The node-sass package may offer pre-built binaries for specific Node.js versions and operating systems. If one exists for your configuration, you can install it instead of compiling from source. Refer to the node-sass documentation for details.
- Consider Alternatives (if necessary):
If the above solutions don’t work, explore alternative Sass compilers like Dart Sass (https://github.com/sass/dart-sass) or LibSass (https://github.com/sass/libsass), which might have better compatibility with your Node.js version.
Additional Tips:
- Ensure you have the required build tools installed (like Python and its development headers) for compiling node-sass if necessary.
- If you’re using a version control system like Git, consider creating a branch or using a virtual environment to isolate your project’s dependencies and Node.js version to avoid conflicts with system-wide installations.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully resolve the “node-saas: Linux 64-bit with Unsupported runtime (108)” error and continue working with your Sass stylesheets.