Verified Solution[StackOverflow/reactjs] TypeError: The "original" argument must be of type Function
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### ROOT CAUSE
The error occurs because a function (likely from a higher-order component or utility) expects its first argument to be a function, but it was called with a non-function value (e.g., string, object, or undefined). This is common in React patterns like higher-order components (HOCs), middleware, or utility functions that wrap components or actions.
### CODE FIX
1. **Check the function's documentation**: Ensure the function requires a function as its first argument. For example, some HOCs or middleware expect a component/function as input.
2. **Validate the argument**: Add a type check when calling the function to prevent passing non-function values.
3. **Use a default function**: If the function allows, provide a default function as fallback.
**Example Fix**:
```javascript
// Before (causing error)
const EnhancedComponent = hoc('non-function'); // 'non-function' is not a function
// After (correct usage)
const EnhancedComponent = hoc(MyComponent); // MyComponent must be a function
```
**Debugging Steps**:
- Trace the error stack to identify which function is throwing the error.
- Check the function's source code or documentation to confirm its requirements.
- If the function is part of a library, ensure you're using the correct version and syntax.
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