HUE FAQ

Answers to your most common questions about HUE.

Quick, simple, and helpful information at a glance.

What is Hue?
Hue is an open-source user interface for Hadoop, a framework for storing and processing large sets of data.
Why am I getting a "Connection Refused" error when trying to access Hue?
This error typically occurs when the server hosting Hue is down or unreachable. Please check the server's status and try again.
How do I install Hue?
You can find instructions on installing Hue on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/installation/
What does "invalid credentials" mean when I try to log into Hue?
This error usually indicates that the username or password you entered is incorrect. Double-check your login details and try again.
Can I change my Hue login password?
Yes, you can change your password in the "User Settings" section of the Hue interface.
Why am I getting a "Permission denied" error when trying to access a file in HDFS through Hue?
This error means that you do not have the necessary permissions to access the file. You may need to contact your HDFS administrator for access.
How do I enable Kerberos authentication in Hue?
You can find instructions on enabling Kerberos in Hue on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/configuration/kerberos/
Why am I unable to see any of my HDFS files in Hue?
This may be because the Hue user does not have permission to access the files. Make sure the user has the necessary permissions in HDFS.
How do I add a new user in Hue?
You can add new users in the "User Settings" section of the Hue interface. You will need administrator privileges to do so.
How do I check the status of Hue services?
You can check the status of Hue services by accessing the "Hue Service Status" page in the Hue interface.
Can I use Hue to run Hive queries?
Yes, Hue has a built-in Hive query editor where you can run Hive queries.
How do I troubleshoot Hue if I'm experiencing performance issues?
You can start by checking the server's CPU and memory usage, as well as the Hue logs for any error messages. If the issue persists, you may need to contact the Hue community for further assistance.
Why is Hue not displaying data from my tables in Impala?
This could be due to an issue with Impala or the data itself. Check the Impala logs for any error messages and make sure the data is properly formatted.
How do I set up Hue to work with a remote Hadoop cluster?
You can find instructions for setting up Hue with a remote cluster on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/configuration/hadoop/
Can I schedule jobs in Hue?
Yes, Hue has a built-in job scheduler that allows you to schedule jobs to run at a specific time.
Why am I getting a "Server Error 500" when trying to access Hue?
This error usually indicates an internal server issue. Try restarting the Hue server and clearing your browser's cache.
How do I upgrade Hue to the latest version?
You can find instructions for upgrading Hue on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/configuration/upgrade/
Why is Hue not recognizing my Hadoop configuration?
This may be due to incorrect or missing configuration settings. Make sure your Hadoop configuration is set up correctly and refer to the Hue documentation for further assistance.
Can I customize the Hue interface?
Yes, you can customize the interface by changing settings in the "Configuration Editor" section of the Hue interface.
How do I back up and restore my Hue configuration?
You can back up your Hue configuration by saving a copy of the Hue database, and restore it by replacing the current database with the backup.
Why am I getting a "Connection Timeout" error when trying to access a Hive table in Hue?
This error usually occurs when the Hive server is unavailable or experiencing high traffic. Try again later or contact your Hive administrator for further assistance.
How do I enable SSL encryption in Hue?
You can find instructions for configuring SSL encryption in Hue on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/configuration/ssl/
Why can't I run MapReduce jobs in Hue?
This may be because the JobTracker is not configured properly or the Hadoop cluster does not have enough resources to run the job. Check the JobTracker logs for any error messages and consult the Hue documentation for further assistance.
How do I change the default port for accessing Hue?
You can change the default port for Hue by editing the configuration file and restarting the Hue server.
Why am I getting a "Bad Gateway" error when trying to access Hue?
This error may occur if the nginx server, which is responsible for proxying requests to Hue, is down. Make sure the nginx server is running and try again.
How do I integrate Hue with LDAP for user authentication?
You can find instructions for setting up LDAP integration in Hue on the official website: https://docs.gethue.com/administrator/configuration/security/#ldap
Can I customize the color scheme of Hue?
Yes, you can customize the colors of the Hue interface by editing the CSS file and restarting the Hue server.
How do I delete a user in Hue?
You can delete a user by accessing the "Manage Users" section of the Hue interface and selecting the user you want to delete. Note that you will need administrator privileges to do this.