Missing path C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\Web Server Extensions\16\TEMPLATE\LAYOUTS\SPClient Latest patches are installed.

Question

Using SharePoint Server SE with the latest CU patches installed, the following path is not available: C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\Web Server Extensions\16\TEMPLATE\LAYOUTS\SPClient
How do I get it?

Answer 1

Hi @Salt&Pepper 

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum. 

We're sorry to hear you're encountering this issue when installing the latest CU patches.  

As moderators, we don’t have access to an on-premises environment to replicate this scenario, since our testing capabilities are limited to SharePoint Online. So, I’ve done some research to help guide you in the right direction. 

On SharePoint Server Subscription Edition (SE), the modern client assets are deployed under: C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\Web Server Extensions\16\TEMPLATE\LAYOUTS\Next\spclient

On your SharePoint server, navigate to the folder above and check whether subfolders exist (for example, locale folders like en-us or default) containing .js files such as sp-pages-assembly.js. 

If the folder is missing, ensure you’ve installed both the STS update and the WSSLOC (language-dependent) update for your CU. Missing WSSLOC often breaks modern UI. If no WSSLOC was released for the month, install the latest available one. 

You can read more at SharePoint updates - Office release notes | Microsoft Learn. 

If the issue persists, please consider running the configuration wizard again, as this often resolves many common SharePoint Server issues 

I hope this helps resolve the issue.

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Answer 2

The missing path C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\Web Server Extensions\16\TEMPLATE\LAYOUTS\SPClient in SharePoint Server could indicate that certain customizations or components are not installed properly. To resolve this issue, ensure that all custom elements from your previous SharePoint environment are installed on your front-end web servers before proceeding with any upgrades or installations. This includes verifying that any custom site definitions, templates, and assemblies are in place.

If the path is still missing after confirming the installation of all necessary components, you may need to restore the missing files from a backup or reinstall the SharePoint components that include these layouts. It's also advisable to consult with your development team or any customization vendors to ensure that all required files are accounted for.

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References:

• Restore customizations in SharePoint Server
• Upgrade content databases to SharePoint Server 2016

Answer 3

Running install.exe /modify does not allow any additional features to be added

Answer 4

Hi Teddie

Thank you for providing the correct folder path, it resolved my issue.