Error In Creating Folder

RPA Automation Studio Pro
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Hi @Everyone

I am trying to create a folder in C drive using create directory activity. I have manually selected the folder using Studio Pro pick element still when I run my bot it gives me error. Can anyone suggest some solution?

You can refer below picture for the error.

Warm Regards,
Muhammad Hayyan Khan

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@Muhammad_Hayyan Some systems may have security policies or group policies that restrict write access to certain directories, including the root of the C: drive. Check with your IT administrator to ensure there are no such restrictions in place.

If you try to create folder inside any other folder of C: or D: drive it should work.
Example: Create directory under C:\folder1 and test if this works

When you try to create folder in any root directory such C: D: E: this can happen due to your security policies

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I am using Azure external machine, Admin portal. I don’t think so there would be any sort of restrictions that blocks me accessing the drive. But yes I’ll def check it and confirm if I have the access to C drive or not.
Thank you! :slight_smile:

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Hello @Muhammad_Hayyan

As mentioned by Kudlappa, this often occurs due to Windows security reasons. I would like to provide you with a detailed guide for creating directories on Drive, whether on the C:, D:, or any other drive. Below are the steps you should follow:

  1. In the “Directory path” parameter, make sure to enter the complete path where you want to create the directory (e.g., C:\Task).
  2. Select the “Calculate a value” option in the “Directory name” parameter.
  3. Leave the “Directory name” field empty, entering only two double quotation marks (“”).

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By following these steps, you will successfully create the directory in the specified location.

If you need further assistance or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

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Yup! It worked :+1:

Thank you for the help :smile: