What is error code 100006 ?

[HondaMan983]

I keep getting this message when copying large numbers of files, as in a backup. Can anyone tell me what it means please?

 

[toMACsh]

Try looking here:

How To Fix Error 100006 on Mac: 7 Proven Solutions (2024)

Resolve error code 100006 on Mac and stop it from popping up on your screen. Follow this step-by-step guide to fix this frustrating issue.

www.macobserver.com

• Mac error code 100006 usually occurs when you fail to read or write files to an external storage device or restore files from an external drive to your Mac. Here are some of the common cases that, when failed, may cause error code 100006: Copy files from your Mac to an external disk. Read or write to an external drive on Mac.

 

[pm-r]

I keep getting this message when copying large numbers of files,

You might want to read through this article that deals with the issue:

10 ways to Fix Error Code 100006 on Mac[2024]

10 ways to Fix Error Code 100006 on Mac

Encounter “error code 100006” on your mac? Get the full guide on this error code and on effective 10 solutions to fix it!

medium.com

It includes various causes and possible methods to avoid it.

Maybe start by selecting a smaller number of files when copying to your external drive.




- Patrick
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[toMACsh]

Well, if 7 ways weren't enough…