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Unable to activate Node.js for a subdomain in Plesk: Another Node.js application in the subscription already uses this application root

Symptoms

Another Node.js application in the subscription already uses this application root. Specify another application root that contains the document root.

Cause

The issue is caused by the Node.js Extension bug with ID #EXTNODEJS-234

Resolution

Until the bug is fixed, perform the following workaround:

Workaround

    1. Log in to Plesk.
    2. Go to Plesk -> Websites & Domains -> subdomain.example.com -> Node.js
    3. Click the Application Root folder /
    4. Specify the subdomain folder as an Application Root folder and click the OK button:
    5. Click Enable Node.js button.