Error installing package with executable

[jaraco]

Environment

• pip version: 20.2.4
• Python version: 3.9.0
• OS: Windows 10 Build 20236

Description
Attempting to install pip-run fails.

Expected behavior
The installation of this package should succeed or a more informative error message should be provided.

How to Reproduce
I've installed Python with chocolatey (choco install python), upgraded pip with py -m pip install -U pip, then:

$ py -m pip install pip-run
Collecting pip-run
  Using cached pip_run-8.2.0-py3-none-any.whl (14 kB)
Requirement already satisfied: pip>=19.3 in c:\python39\lib\site-packages (from pip-run) (20.2.4)
Installing collected packages: pip-run
  WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an EnvironmentError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\\Python39\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe' -> 'C:\\Python3
9\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe.deleteme'

[jaraco]

The issue appears to be a permissions one. The error only occurs when running not as Administrator.

[uranusjr]

I assume you installed Python as admin as well (iirc chocolatey requires running as admin)? If so, yes this is a permission issue, pip cannot remove files (before installing the new version). I recall pip has some error handling around this (it should show a friendly message when it hits issues like this), so th main question here is why that handling did not kick in for you.

[jaraco]

The issue too only seems to affect the executable wrapper. The package itself remains installed after the failed attempt.

PS C:\Users\jaraco> py -m pip uninstall -y pip-run
Found existing installation: pip-run 8.2.0
Uninstalling pip-run-8.2.0:
  Successfully uninstalled pip-run-8.2.0
PS C:\Users\jaraco> py -m pip install pip-run
Collecting pip-run
  Using cached pip_run-8.2.0-py3-none-any.whl (14 kB)
Requirement already satisfied: pip>=19.3 in c:\python39\lib\site-packages (from pip-run) (20.2.4)
Installing collected packages: pip-run
  WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an EnvironmentError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\\Python39\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe' -> 'C:\\Python39\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe.deleteme'

PS C:\Users\jaraco> py -m pip freeze
argcomplete==1.12.1
click==7.1.2
packaging==20.4
pip-run==8.2.0
pipx==0.15.6.0
pyparsing==2.4.7
six==1.15.0
userpath==1.4.1
PS C:\Users\jaraco> py -c "import pip_run"
PS C:\Users\jaraco> py -m pip uninstall -y pip-run
Found existing installation: pip-run 8.2.0
Uninstalling pip-run-8.2.0:
  Successfully uninstalled pip-run-8.2.0

[pradyunsg]

main question here is why that handling did not kick in for you.

Seems like the error number on these errors is not equal to errno.EACCES. That's the trigger for the nicer error messaging.

[symant233]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

[Shayaomer]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

Thanks, solved for me!

[Cat4209]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

Thanks, solved for me!

How did you do this ? Should I create a folder ?

[Shayaomer]

I just right clicked on the python folder, went to properties and allowed the permission via security tab בתאריך יום ג׳, 7 בדצמ׳ 2021, 18:05, מאת Cat4209 ***@***.***>:

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[MohammedShakeeb112]

C:\Python39 folder security pannel

@Shayaomer Thanks. It worked for me.

[hamzausmani302]

pip install pip-run --user
this worked for me

[roshan-ican]

pip install pip-run --user worked for me too

[mgrandi]

this still leaves the installation in a inconsistent state , where the package is installed but the executable that was supposed to be installed is not present.

[Leo-2213]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

thanks this solved my problem.

[kabradhruv]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

Thanks alot

[egnunez]

It worked for me. I gave the permissions. Thanks

[angelogabriel1]

pip install pip-run --user
worked for me, thanks!

[puloxtor]

pip install pip-run --user this worked for me

This fixed it for me, thanks!

[mohanssgit]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

Solved the problem for me, thanks a lot

[naveenreddy1289]

WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an OSError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\Python311\Scripts\transformers-cli.exe' -> 'C:\Python311\Scripts\transformers-cli.exe.deleteme'

i am unable to find error can any one spot the error

[agosmou]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

I navigated to C:/Python311 and right clicked on the folder itself

• Properties
  • Security tab up top
    • Edit permissions
      • Select User, change permissions, apply cahnges

[sakethkumar20]

pip install pip-run --user

Thanks..Worked for me

[Jitendranarayan]

WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an OSError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\Python311\Scripts\flask.exe' -> 'C:\Python311\Scripts\flask.exe.deleteme'

[naveenreddy1289]

The error message you're seeing suggests that there's an issue with installing a Python package, specifically Flask, on your system. The error message mentions that it failed to write an executable and is attempting to use a ".deleteme" logic to resolve the problem. Here's how you can troubleshoot and resolve this issue:

Check Python Installation:

Verify that Python 3.11 is correctly installed on your system and that the installation path is 'C:\Python311' as indicated in the error message.
Check Python Scripts Directory:

Ensure that the 'Scripts' directory under your Python installation path ('C:\Python311\Scripts') exists and contains the necessary executable files.
Environment Variables:

Make sure that the 'Scripts' directory of your Python installation is included in your system's PATH environment variable. This is necessary for Python to find and execute packages and scripts.
Virtual Environment:

If you are using a virtual environment, make sure it is activated before you try to install Flask or any other Python packages. Activate the virtual environment by running the appropriate activation script.
File Permissions:

Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to write to the 'Scripts' directory and execute files from it. You may need administrative privileges to do so.
Antivirus or Security Software:

Sometimes, security software can interfere with the installation process. Temporarily disable any antivirus or security software you have and try the installation again.
Use a Package Manager:

Consider using a Python package manager like pip to install Flask. Open a command prompt and run the following command:
Copy code
pip install Flask
Reinstall Python:

If none of the above steps work, you may need to reinstall Python to ensure that all the necessary files and components are in place.
Check for Python Version Compatibility:

Ensure that the version of Flask you are trying to install is compatible with Python 3.11. Some packages may not yet support the latest Python version, and you might need to use an earlier version of Python.
Consult Flask Documentation:

If you continue to face issues, consult the Flask documentation or any specific installation instructions provided by the Flask project.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and successfully install Flask or any other Python packages you need.

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[vipul-dixit-2004]

The issue appears to be a permissions one. The error only occurs when running not as Administrator.

After opening terminal as Administrator, module got successfully installed. Thankyou

[Vasudev32]

getting error when trying to executing pip install jupyterlab
WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an OSError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\Python311\Scripts\pybabel.exe' -> 'C:\Python311\Scripts\pybabel.exe.deleteme'

[dee-ya]

WARNING: The script pip-run.exe is installed in 'C:\Users\DIYA\AppData\Roaming\Python\Python312\Scripts' which is not on PATH.
Consider adding this directory to PATH or, if you prefer to suppress this warning, use --no-warn-script-location.

what should i do cause i want to install the django in drive d

[dee-ya]

(.venv) PS D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango> pip install sqlformat
Collecting sqlformat
Using cached sqlformat-0.1.3.tar.gz (4.3 kB)
Preparing metadata (setup.py) ... error
error: subprocess-exited-with-error

× python setup.py egg_info did not run successfully.
│ exit code: 1
╰─> [12 lines of output]
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "", line 2, in
File "", line 34, in
File "C:\Users\DIYA\AppData\Local\Temp\pip-install-bmy32g_i\sqlformat_f9e7e464ebc040c59c7615ec3ba5bca0\setup.py", line 12, in
packages=find_packages("./", exclude=["tests"]),
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango.venv\Lib\site-packages\setuptools\discovery.py", line 127, in find
convert_path(str(where)),
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango.venv\Lib\site-packages\setuptools_distutils\util.py", line 141, in convert_path
raise ValueError("path '%s' cannot end with '/'" % pathname)
ValueError: path './' cannot end with '/'
[end of output]

note: This error originates from a subprocess, and is likely not a problem with pip.
error: metadata-generation-failed

× Encountered error while generating package metadata.
╰─> See above for output.

note: This is an issue with the package mentioned above, not pip.
hint: See above for details.
(.venv) PS D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango> pip install upgrade force-reinstall sqlformat
ERROR: Could not find a version that satisfies the requirement upgrade (from versions: none)
ERROR: No matching distribution found for upgrade
(.venv) PS D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango> pip install install sqlformat
Collecting install
Downloading install-1.3.5-py3-none-any.whl (3.2 kB)
Collecting sqlformat
Using cached sqlformat-0.1.3.tar.gz (4.3 kB)
Preparing metadata (setup.py) ... error
error: subprocess-exited-with-error

× python setup.py egg_info did not run successfully.
│ exit code: 1
╰─> [12 lines of output]
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "", line 2, in
File "", line 34, in
File "C:\Users\DIYA\AppData\Local\Temp\pip-install-p1ap47vz\sqlformat_b919eeeb93eb4362ae7f7a161865401d\setup.py", line 12, in
packages=find_packages("./", exclude=["tests"]),
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango.venv\Lib\site-packages\setuptools\discovery.py", line 127, in find
convert_path(str(where)),
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "D:\MYPROJECT\D_jango.venv\Lib\site-packages\setuptools_distutils\util.py", line 141, in convert_path
raise ValueError("path '%s' cannot end with '/'" % pathname)
ValueError: path './' cannot end with '/'
[end of output]

note: This error originates from a subprocess, and is likely not a problem with pip.
error: metadata-generation-failed

× Encountered error while generating package metadata.
╰─> See above for output.

note: This is an issue with the package mentioned above, not pip.
hint: See above for details.

what do i do with this

[ravikumawat7716]

You can add your User in C:\Python39 folder security pannel with full access permission to solve this problem. @jaraco

Thanks , Worked for me.

[anshumandev28]

pip install pip-run --user worked for me, thanks!

Thanks bro you are the one,

[tasiuim]

The issue appears to be a permissions one. The error only occurs when running not as Administrator.

I tried running as admin it is solved. Gracias

[oobical]

This is my first time posting code or posting a trouble ticket on this platform or any other for that matter, so I apologize for the confusion and for the lack of information that might be missing from this post in advance. If there's something that doesn't look right or make sense in my post, please feel free to share with a response and any references to how to correct them.

I don't generally use Chocolatey for any application or projects that I am working on. I went ahead and attempted to set Chocolatey up and use it as a possible fix to my issue with "pip" installation method that I originally started having the problem with, the installation of Chocolatey was successful however it had the same errors. I have python installed and 3.12 is the version that I am running. I will list my system details and the commands I used to obtain the output information.

Windows Version Information:
systeminfo | findstr /B /C:"OS Name" /B /C:"OS Version"

Information:

OS Name:                   Microsoft Windows 11 Pro
OS Version:                10.0.22631 N/A Build 22631

Windows Subsystem Linux Version:
WSL --VERSION

Information:

WSL version: 2.1.5.0
Kernel version: 5.15.146.1-2
WSLg version: 1.0.60
MSRDC version: 1.2.5105
Direct3D version: 1.611.1-81528511
DXCore version: 10.0.25131.1002-220531-1700.rs-onecore-base2-hyp
Windows version: 10.0.22631.3447

Python and pip version:
pip3 --version

Information:
pip 24.0 from C:\Python312\Lib\site-packages\pip (python 3.12)

After attempting to run any command that relies on the use of files that are listed in the error to be located in the folder C:\\Python312\\Scripts\ regardless of the filename or file-type this warning message or similar appears. Just as reference I requested the contents of the directory for the scripts folder.

Information:

 Directory of C:\Python312\Scripts

02/11/2024  12:58 AM    <DIR>          .
02/11/2024  12:58 AM    <DIR>          ..
02/11/2024  12:58 AM           108,382 pip.exe
02/11/2024  12:58 AM           108,382 pip3.12.exe
02/11/2024  12:58 AM           108,382 pip3.exe
               3 File(s)        325,146 bytes
               2 Dir(s)  323,524,251,648 bytes free

The last Warning Error Message that I received, at which point I had exhausted all efforts to remedy the issue without further research as I had already attempted multiple methods to remedy the issue including running all updates and double checking that the necessary requirements that have been shared with me and to my own knowledge have been installed and configured. A copy of the message is found below.

The last Error:

  WARNING: Failed to write executable - trying to use .deleteme logic
ERROR: Could not install packages due to an OSError: [WinError 2] The system cannot find the file specified: 'C:\\Python312\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe' -> 'C:\\Python312\\Scripts\\pip-run.exe.deleteme'