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You get an error: 'Model not found' after adding a package. What should you check first?

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dbt - Packages and Reusability
You get an error: 'Model not found' after adding a package. What should you check first?
AAll of the above
BIf the package is listed in packages.yml
CIf you ran 'dbt deps' to install the package
DIf the model is defined in the package's models directory
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Verify model existence in package

    The model must be defined inside the package's models folder.

  2. Step 2: Confirm package inclusion and installation

    The package must be listed in packages.yml and installed via 'dbt deps'.

  3. Final Answer:

    All of the above -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Model not found error = check model, packages.yml, and deps [OK]
Quick Trick: Check model location, packages.yml, and run 'dbt deps' [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming model is auto-discovered without package.yml
  • Forgetting to add package to packages.yml
  • Not running 'dbt deps' after changes

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