Error 146 causes installation failure

Last updated on Jul 30, 2025

Learn how to resolve error code 146 "Unable to move the file" during Adobe app installation and update.

Error code 146 indicates that the installer is unable to move a file from the temporary folder where it was first downloaded.

Solution

  1. Select the Installation failed link in the error message.

  2. In the error dialog box, select view error log.

  3. In the error log window, look for the exact path of the file.

    Error log

  4. Navigate to the file or folder using File Explorer on Windows and Finder on macOS. 

  5. Provide read and write permissions to the affected file or folder.

  6. Install the Adobe app again.

    Tip

    You can also rename the affected file or folder and install the app again.