Sitemap

Hello,

I apologize for the issue you are facing with creating an XML sitemap. It sounds like there may be a few things to check to resolve this problem.

1. Flush Permalinks: Sometimes, a 404 error can occur if the permalinks are not set correctly. You can flush the permalinks by going to your WordPress admin area and navigating to Settings → Permalinks. Simply hit the “Save Changes” button once, even if you didn’t make any changes. This can often resolve the issue.
   

2. Check Sitemap Settings: Ensure that the sitemap feature is enabled in Rank Math. You can do this by going to Rank Math SEO → Sitemap Settings. Make sure that the sitemap option is turned on and that you have selected the appropriate post types to include in the sitemap.
   

3. Check for Plugin Conflicts: If you are not seeing the Rank Math options on your pages, there might be a plugin conflict. You can use the Health Check plugin to troubleshoot this.

4. Cache Issues: If you have caching enabled on your site, it might be interfering with the sitemap functionality. Make sure to clear your cache and check if that resolves the issue.

5. Reset Settings: If you want to go back to the default Sitemap settings, you can reset them by clicking the reset settings button in the Sitemap settings. However, please ensure you back up your settings first, as this action cannot be undone.
   

If you continue to experience issues after trying these steps, please reply to this ticket with your site URL, and a human agent from the Rank Math Support team will assist you further. Thank you for raising this concern, and we’re here to help!

Sources:
Rank Math Sitemap Issues and Their Fixes » Rank Math
How to Configure Sitemaps in Rank Math – Best Settings and Tips
How to Setup Rank Math SEO Plugin Properly
Why Isn’t My URL Included in the Sitemap? » Rank Math