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Error "The Directory is not Empty" when creating a MED-V 2.0 workspace package

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Symptoms

When attempting to create a MED-V 2.0 Workspace package, the following error occurs: 

A problem was encountered while creating the MED-V workspace package.
The directory is not empty

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Cause

This error message can occur if the VHD is attached or mounted by another process or application when the workspace package is being created.

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Resolution

Detach or dismount the VHD before starting the workspace packager.

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More Information

Technet FAQ - What does it mean to create, attach, and detach VHDs? http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd440865(WS.10).aspx#four

KB973282 - Safely detach a VHD : http://support.microsoft.com/kb/973282

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Article Info
Article ID : 2501993
Revision : 2
Created on : 3/27/2020
Published on : 3/27/2020
Exists online : False
Views : 162