Alexa Series #1 : Fixing Error code: SkillManifestError

I know I shouldn’t start with an error. But this is something which might help people who are just beginning to work on Alexa skills, like me.

This error occurred while I was developing my first Alexa skill.

Here’s how to solve it :

Error: The trigger setting for the Lambda arn is invalid. Error code: SkillManifestError

This means that the lambda functions hosted on AWS (probably) is not linked with the skill.

To solve this, you have to create a lambda function in aws if you haven’t already.

Then, you have to add “Alexa Skills kit” from the “Add triggers” sidebar in aws console. (Shown as in screenshot above)

Next, you have to click on the “Alexa Skills kit”, then this will show up below :

Add your skill ID in the above field.

Moreover, don’t forget to add this lambda function ARN in your skill’s endpoint. Just paste the ARN in your skill’s endpoint.

Build and Save it.

And you are good to go! :)

Hope this helps. Will write more about Alexa Skills development, as I learn about it.

Here’s my first skill : I can’t sleep [US Link ] & here’s the India link : I can’t sleep

Any reviews and ratings will be appreciated! :)