Error 189 causes update failure

Last updated on Jul 30, 2025

Learn how to resolve error code 189 "Insufficient disk space" during Adobe app update.

Error code 189 indicates that your device doesn't have enough disk space, and your hard drive is almost full.

Solution

  1. Select Update failed in the error message.

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

  3. In the error details, look for information on the amount of free disk space required to install your app.

    Error code 189

  4. Free up the required space in the installation location, and update the app again.

    Learn how to free up storage space in Windows or Mac.