[Solved] Given this mapping with dynamic set to 'strict':{"mappings": {"dynamic": "strict", "properties": {"name": {"type": "text"}}}}What happens if you index a document with a new field age? | Elasticsearch

Elasticsearch - Mappings and Data Types

Given this mapping with dynamic set to 'strict':

{"mappings": {"dynamic": "strict", "properties": {"name": {"type": "text"}}}}

What happens if you index a document with a new field age?

AThe document is rejected with a mapping exception error.

BThe new field is added dynamically with guessed type.

CThe new field is ignored and not indexed.

DThe document is indexed but the new field is stored as text.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand 'strict' dynamic mapping behavior
When dynamic is set to 'strict', Elasticsearch rejects documents with unknown fields.
Step 2: Effect of indexing a document with new field
Since 'age' is not in mapping, indexing fails with an error.
Final Answer:
The document is rejected with a mapping exception error. -> Option A
Quick Check:
Dynamic 'strict' = reject unknown fields [OK]

Quick Trick: Dynamic 'strict' rejects unknown fields during indexing [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Master "Mappings and Data Types" in Elasticsearch

9 interactive learning modes - each teaches the same concept differently

More Elasticsearch Quizzes

Given this mapping with dynamic set to 'strict':