OSError: 'No space left on device' - Troubleshooting Guide

The OSError with the message 'No space left on device' typically occurs when there is not enough free space on the storage device to perform the requested operation. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to write to a full disk, create a file when the maximum number of files has been reached, or when the temporary directory is full.

To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:

1. Check the available disk space: Use a command like df -h (on Linux) or open the File Explorer (on Windows) to check the available disk space on the device. Make sure you have enough free space to perform the operation.

2. Clean up unnecessary files: Delete any unnecessary files or directories to free up disk space. You can use the rm command (on Linux) or manually delete files through the File Explorer (on Windows).

3. Empty the trash or recycle bin: If you have recently deleted files, make sure to empty the trash or recycle bin as they still occupy disk space until they are permanently deleted.

4. Move files to another storage device: If you are dealing with a large file or need to perform a specific operation, consider moving files to another storage device with more available space.

5. Increase the disk quota: If you have administrative access, you can try increasing the disk quota for the user or process encountering the error.

6. Check the temporary directory: If the error occurs during a specific operation, check if the temporary directory is full. You can try changing the temporary directory location or cleaning up its contents.

If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you may need to consider adding more storage capacity to the device or contacting your system administrator for further assistance.