'Object reference not set to instance of object' in the Logs

Last updated: 2026-10-01

Troubleshoot the "Object reference not set to an instance of an object" error in the SharePoint Essentials Toolkit logs. Common causes and resolution steps.

Issue

When running a job using the SharePoint Essentials Toolkit, you may see an error such as 'Object reference not set to instance of object'.

Details

Typically, this type of error indicates a bug in the system.

Please click Logs -> Open Debug Logs. Share the last 2 most recent files with Cognillo support. Create a support ticket from the Support link in the top menu above to share the logs with us and the error.