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Overwrite File on SharePoint

Anonymous
2020-02-18T16:18:14+00:00

Hi Community,

I'm working with SharePoint via the File Explorer. I have an xlsx which I want to overwrite regularly with a new file, having the exact same name. But when I go on 'Replace File', it says the 'The file could not be accessed'. Event though I have all permissions etc., no file is read-only, and no unusual characters.

Any suggestions why that might be and maybe how I can get rid of this?

Thank you very much in advance! Best,

Philipp

Microsoft 365 and Office | SharePoint | For business | Windows

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  1. Anonymous
    2020-02-21T18:55:37+00:00

    Hi Philip,

    I'm writing this reply to follow up this case, have you checked the above reply? Please post back at your convenience and I'll continue to help you.

    Best Regards,

    Arck

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  2. Anonymous
    2020-02-18T18:42:55+00:00

    Hi Philip,

    Thanks for posting in the community, I’ve tested on my side, it worked well when I tested using File Explorer and browser.

    Please try to replace the file by going to SharePoint online site, you can drag the new file into the document library and replace the old file.

    In addition, to narrow down the case, please provide the following information:

    1.    Does the problem occur on ONE specific file/folder or ALL SharePoint files/folders?

    2.    Will your other colleagues have the same problem?

    3.    Will the problem occur on locally files?

    Please feel free to give me feedback if there is any progress and I’ll continue to help you.

    Best Regards,

    Arck

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