Unable To Run IntegrationTests Via Eclipse IDE UI

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Introduction

As a developer, running integration tests is an essential part of ensuring the stability and reliability of your application. However, when using the Eclipse IDE UI to run integration tests, you may encounter an error that prevents you from doing so. This article will guide you through the steps to resolve the issue and provide a solution to run integration tests successfully via the Eclipse IDE UI.

Describe the Bug

The bug was reported by @maxandersen in the Quarkus issue tracker (https://github.com/quarkusio/quarkus/issues/47656#issuecomment-2846803685). It is confirmed to be present in Quarkus versions 3.20 and 3.22. The error message is as follows:

java.lang.IllegalStateException: Unable to locate the artifact metadata file created that must be created by Quarkus in order to run integration tests. Make sure this test is run after the Quarkus artifact is built from your build tool.
	at io.quarkus.test.junit.IntegrationTestUtil.readQuarkusArtifactProperties(IntegrationTestUtil.java:409)
	at io.quarkus.test.junit.QuarkusIntegrationTestExtension.ensureStarted(QuarkusIntegrationTestExtension.java:141)
	at io.quarkus.test.junit.QuarkusIntegrationTestExtension.beforeAll(QuarkusIntegrationTestExtension.java:127)
	at java.base/java.util.ArrayList.forEach(ArrayList.java:1511)

Causes of the Bug

The error occurs because the Quarkus artifact is not built from the build tool before running the integration tests. This is a critical step that ensures the artifact metadata file is created, which is required for running integration tests.

Solution

To resolve the issue, you need to ensure that the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool before running the integration tests. Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Configure the Build Tool

Configure your build tool (e.g., Maven or Gradle) to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests. For example, in Maven, you can add the following configuration to your pom.xml file:

<build>
    <plugins>
        <plugin>
            <groupId>io.quarkus</groupId>
            <artifactId>quarkus-maven-plugin</artifactId>
            <executions>
                <execution>
                    <goals>
                        <goal>build</goal>
                    </goals>
                </execution>
            </executions>
        </plugin>
    </plugins>
</build>

Step 2: Run the Build Tool

Run the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact. This will create the artifact metadata file required for running integration tests.

Step 3: Run the Integration Tests

After building the Quarkus artifact, run the integration tests using the Eclipse IDE UI. The tests should now run successfully.

Alternative Solution

If you are using the Eclipse IDE UI to run integration tests, you can also try the following alternative solution:

Step 1: Configure the Eclipse IDE UI

Configure the Eclipse IDE UI to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact. You can do this by adding a new configuration to your Eclipse IDE UI settings.

Step 2: Run the Integration Tests

Run the integration tests using the Eclipse IDE UI. The tests should now run successfully.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the error "Unable to locate the artifact metadata file created that must be created by Quarkus in order to run integration tests" occurs when the Quarkus artifact is not built from the build tool before running the integration tests. To resolve the issue, you need to ensure that the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool before running the integration tests. You can do this by configuring the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests or by configuring the Eclipse IDE UI to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you are still experiencing issues running integration tests via the Eclipse IDE UI, here are some troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the issue:

  • Check that the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool before running the integration tests.
  • Verify that the artifact metadata file is created after building the Quarkus artifact.
  • Check that the Eclipse IDE UI is configured to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact.
  • Try running the integration tests using the command line instead of the Eclipse IDE UI.

Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed the issue of unable to run integration tests via the Eclipse IDE UI and provided a solution to resolve the problem. However, we understand that some of you may still have questions or concerns about the issue. In this article, we will address some of the frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to the issue and provide additional information to help you resolve the problem.

Q: What is the cause of the error "Unable to locate the artifact metadata file created that must be created by Quarkus in order to run integration tests"?

A: The error occurs because the Quarkus artifact is not built from the build tool before running the integration tests. This is a critical step that ensures the artifact metadata file is created, which is required for running integration tests.

Q: How do I configure the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests?

A: To configure the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests, you need to add the following configuration to your pom.xml file (for Maven):

<build>
    <plugins>
        <plugin>
            <groupId>io.quarkus</groupId>
            <artifactId>quarkus-maven-plugin</artifactId>
            <executions>
                <execution>
                    <goals>
                        <goal>build</goal>
                    </goals>
                </execution>
            </executions>
        </plugin>
    </plugins>
</build>

Q: How do I configure the Eclipse IDE UI to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact?

A: To configure the Eclipse IDE UI to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact, you need to add a new configuration to your Eclipse IDE UI settings.

Q: What are the troubleshooting tips to resolve the issue?

A: Here are some troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the issue:

  • Check that the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool before running the integration tests.
  • Verify that the artifact metadata file is created after building the Quarkus artifact.
  • Check that the Eclipse IDE UI is configured to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact.
  • Try running the integration tests using the command line instead of the Eclipse IDE UI.

Q: Can I use a different build tool instead of Maven or Gradle?

A: Yes, you can use a different build tool instead of Maven or Gradle. However, you need to configure the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests.

Q: How do I know if the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool?

A: You can check if the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool by looking for the artifact metadata file in the project directory. If the file is present, it indicates that the Quarkus artifact is built from the build tool.

Q: Can I run integration tests without building the Quarkus artifact?

A: No, you cannot run integration tests without building the Quarkus artifact. The artifact metadata file is required for running integration tests, and it is created only after building the Quarkus artifact.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the error "Unable to locate the artifact metadata file created that must be created by Quarkus in order to run integration tests" occurs when the Quarkus artifact is not built from the build tool before running the integration tests. To resolve the issue, you need to configure the build tool to build the Quarkus artifact before running the integration tests or configure the Eclipse IDE UI to run the integration tests after building the Quarkus artifact. We hope this Q&A article has provided you with the information you need to resolve the issue.