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[Rishikesh423]

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I am getting "There was an error committing your changes: File could not be created" when I change or creating new file

[dusova]

If you're encountering the error "There was an error committing your changes: File could not be created" when changing or creating a new file in GitHub, there could be several potential reasons for this. Here are some steps you can try to resolve the issue:

1. Check Repository Permissions

• If the repository isn't yours, make sure you have write permissions. The repository owner might not have granted you the necessary rights.
• If the repository is yours, review the access settings to ensure there are no restrictions.

2. File Naming Rules

• GitHub may reject file names that include special characters, spaces, or restricted names. Ensure the file name is in the correct and allowed format.

3. Branch Issues

• The branch you're working on may have been deleted or is protected. Check the branch and ensure you're not on a protected one.
• Try switching to a new branch to see if that resolves the issue.

4. Repository Storage Limit

• If the repository has exceeded its size limit, GitHub won't allow you to add new files. Check the repository size and consider deleting large files if necessary.

5. GitHub Server Issues

• Sometimes, GitHub may experience temporary server problems. Check the GitHub status page to see if there are any ongoing issues: GitHub Status.

6. Clear Browser Cache and Cookies

• A browser-related issue could also be the cause. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try again.

7. Check File Size

• GitHub has a file size limit for uploads. Make sure the file doesn't exceed 100MB.

If the issue persists after trying these steps, let me know which methods you've attempted and provide more details about the error so I can assist further.

[ghostinhershell]

Hi @Rishikesh423,

Thanks so much for reaching out in our community. Do you currently have any Branch Protection Rules enabled for your repository that may be causing this issue?

Here's instructions on how to View rulesets for a repository.

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