The error "xcrun: error: invalid active developer path (/Library/Developer/CommandLineTools)" typically indicates that the Command Line Tools for Xcode are not correctly installed or configured on your Mac. This can happen after an OS update or if the Command Line Tools were removed.
Here are the steps to fix this issue:
1. Install or Reinstall Command Line Tools
Option A: Using Terminal Command
Open Terminal.
Run the following command to install the Command Line Tools:
xcode-select --install
A pop-up window will appear. Click "Install" to start the installation.
Option B: Manually Download from Apple Developer Website
Go to the Apple Developer Downloads page.
Log in with your Apple ID.
Search for "Command Line Tools for Xcode" and download the latest version.
Open the downloaded .dmg file and follow the installation instructions.
2. Reset Command Line Tools Path
If the above installation does not resolve the issue, you can reset the path:
Open Terminal.
Run the following commands:
sudo xcode-select --reset
This command resets the path to the Command Line Tools.
3. Check and Update Xcode
If you have Xcode installed, ensure it is updated:
Open the App Store.
Check the "Updates" tab for any updates to Xcode.
Install any available updates.
4. Verify Installation
Finally, verify that the Command Line Tools are properly installed and configured:
Open Terminal.
Run:
xcode-select -p
This should output the path to the Command Line Tools, typically /Library/Developer/CommandLineTools.
Troubleshooting
If you still encounter issues, try uninstalling any existing Command Line Tools before reinstalling:
Open Terminal.
Run:
sudo rm -rf /Library/Developer/CommandLineTools
Then, reinstall the Command Line Tools using one of the methods mentioned above.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "xcrun: error: invalid active developer path" error and restore proper functionality to the Command Line Tools on your Mac.
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