How to Fix Elementor FAQ Schema Missing Field “Text” in Elementor Accordion

Getting That Annoying Google Search Console Error? Let’s Fix It.

So you just got an email from Google Search Console telling you that your Elementor FAQ schema has a “Missing field ‘text’ (in ‘mainEntity.acceptedAnswer’)” error. Annoying, right? This issue can stop your FAQ-rich results from appearing in Google Search, which means less visibility and fewer clicks.

Good news: There’s a quick fix, and you’re about to get it.

Why Does This Happen in Elementor?

If you’re using Elementor’s Accordion Widget for FAQ schema, this error usually happens because of one of the following:

• Element Caching in Elementor (Beta Feature): This feature is still in beta and can cause issues with schema markup. When enabled, it may fail to populate the required text field in the Elementor FAQ schema. (Learn more about Element Caching)
• Outdated Elementor or Theme: Older versions may have schema bugs.
• Conflicting Plugins: Other SEO or schema plugins might interfere with Elementor’s built-in FAQ schema.
• Improperly Configured Schema Markup: If your FAQ content isn’t filled out properly, Google can detect missing fields.

Now, let’s get straight to the fix.

How to Fix Elementor FAQ Schema Missing Field “Text” in Elementor Accordion

Step 1: Disable Element Caching in Elementor Settings

1. Open your WordPress Dashboard.
2. Navigate to Elementor > Settings > Features.
3. Scroll down to Element Caching.
4. Set Element Caching to Inactive.
5. Scroll to the bottom and click Save Changes.

📌 What is Elementor’s Element Caching?

Elements caching reduces loading times by serving up a copy of an element instead of rendering it fresh every time the page is loaded. When active, Elementor will determine which elements can benefit from static loading – but you can override this.

Status: Beta

✅ This has been confirmed as the primary fix—it forces Elementor to regenerate the schema markup correctly. (See related issue on GitHub)

Step 2: Test the Schema Markup in Google’s Rich Results Test

1. Go to Google’s Rich Results Test.
2. Enter the URL of the page with the FAQ accordion.
3. Click Test URL and wait for the results.
4. If you see no errors under “FAQPage” structured data, you’re good to go!

Step 3: Validate the Fix in Google Search Console

1. Go to Google Search Console.
2. Click on the error notification related to your Elementor FAQ schema.
3. Click Validate Fix.
4. Google will reprocess the page—this may take a few days.

If the error disappears after validation, congrats! 🎉

Alternative Fixes (If This Doesn’t Work)

If disabling Element Caching didn’t fix it, try these:

• Manually Add Elementor FAQ Schema Using Rank Math or Yoast SEO: Instead of relying on Elementor, add FAQ schema manually with an SEO plugin.
• Disable Conflicting Plugins: Try deactivating schema-related plugins one by one and rechecking Google Search Console.
• Switch to a Different FAQ Widget: Some third-party FAQ widgets handle schema better than Elementor’s built-in one.
• Rollback Elementor to a Previous Version: If the error started after an update, downgrade Elementor to an earlier version using the Rollback Feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use a separate FAQ Schema plugin instead of the built-in Elementor FAQ schema?
Yes! Rank Math and Yoast SEO both allow you to manually add FAQ schema that meets Google’s requirements.

2. How long does Google take to validate the fix?
Google usually takes a few days to validate your changes, but it can sometimes take up to two weeks.

3. Will this issue affect my rankings?
While it won’t directly hurt rankings, losing FAQ-rich results can reduce click-through rates (CTR) since your FAQ won’t show in search results.

4. Does this issue happen in the free version of Elementor or just Elementor Pro?
It can happen in both versions since the FAQ widget is available in Elementor Free.

Final Thoughts

If you’re seeing the Missing field ‘text’ (in ‘mainEntity.acceptedAnswer’) error in Google Search Console, disabling Element Caching in Elementor’s settings should fix it. If not, use the alternative fixes mentioned above.

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