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In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn resolve the error: the execute method of job definition microsoft.office.server.userprofiles.lmtrepopulationjob (id c8a3ba26-d087-4784-ba9c-1cab0e0369a6) threw an exception when using sharepoint 2013. SharePoint 2013 introduced social features, improved search, cross-site publishing, and enhanced mobile browsing experiences.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • SharePoint Server 2013 or later
  • Farm administrator or site collection admin access
  • PowerShell with SharePoint snap-in

How to: Resolve the error: The Execute method of job definition (http://www.microsoft.com “Microsoft”).Office.Server.UserProfiles.LMTRepopulationJob (ID c8a3ba26-d087-4784-ba9c-1cab0e0369a6) threw an (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exception_handling “Exception handling”) when using SharePoint 2013

I am having a hard time fixing this error. I have reinstalled SharePoint like 10 times, created new databases, different installation options and even resorted to using all English products ((http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/windows-server/default.aspx “Windows Server 2012”) and SharePoint 2013) to avoid any potential issues regarding the languages. I have ran out of ideas so I have reached out to Microsoft and expect hopefully to hear back from them with a response on this. Below is a sample of the (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Error_message “Error message”) you may be receiving on the Event log:

Log Name: Application Source: (http://sharepoint.microsoft.com “Microsoft SharePoint”) Products-SharePoint Foundation Date: 20/03/2013 05:15:11 p. m. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Event_Viewer “Event Viewer”): 6398 Task Category: Timer Level: Critical Keywords: User: Computer: Description: The Execute method of job definition Microsoft.Office.Server.UserProfiles.LMTRepopulationJob (ID c8a3ba26-d087-4784-ba9c-1cab0e0369a6) threw an exception. More information is included below.   Unexpected exception in FeedCacheService.BulkLMTUpdate: Region not found.. Event Xml: xmlns=“http://schemas.microsoft.com/win/2004/08/events/event”> 6398 15 1 12 0 0x4000000000000000 5980 Application UserID="" /> Microsoft.Office.Server.UserProfiles.LMTRepopulationJob c8a3ba26-d087-4784-ba9c-1cab0e0369a6 Unexpected exception in FeedCacheService.BulkLMTUpdate: Region not found..

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Summary

You’ve successfully learned resolve the error: the execute method of job definition microsoft.office.server.userprofiles.lmtrepopulationjob (id c8a3ba26-d087-4784-ba9c-1cab0e0369a6) threw an exception when using sharepoint 2013. If you run into any issues, double-check the prerequisites and ensure your Sharepoint 2013 environment is properly configured.