The command was given invalid options
This error indicates that an option or parameter provided to a database command is not valid, is of the wrong type, or is unrecognized. It is a generic error for misconfigured command arguments.
- 1Providing an unknown option to a command (e.g., `uniquee: true` instead of `unique: true`)
- 2Giving a value of the wrong data type for an option (e.g., `limit: '10'` instead of `limit: 10`)
- 3Using an option that is not supported by the specific command being run
- 4A typo in an option name in a helper method like `find().sort()`
A `createIndex` operation is called with a misspelled option.
// The option is 'unique', not 'uniqe'.
db.collection.createIndex({ field: 1 }, { uniqe: true });expected output
MongoServerError: The 'uniqe' option is not a valid index option.
Fix 1
Correct the Option Name or Value
WHEN The error is due to a typo or incorrect value.
// Corrected command with the proper option name.
db.collection.createIndex({ field: 1 }, { unique: true });Why this works
Carefully review the command and its options against the official MongoDB documentation. Check for spelling mistakes and ensure all values have the correct data type.
Fix 2
Check Driver and Server Version Compatibility
WHEN An option seems correct according to the documentation.
Why this works
Sometimes a driver might expose an option that is only available in a newer version of MongoDB. Ensure your driver version is compatible with your server version, and that the option is supported by both.
✕ Remove the option to make the error go away
The option was likely there for a reason (e.g., to enforce uniqueness or set a write concern). Removing it changes the behavior of the command and may introduce bugs or data integrity issues.
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