Error Path Busy 148 (0x94): How to Fix it

Error_Path_Busy often comes with 148 (0x94) The path specified cannot be used at this time, and it usually affects developers. However, if you encounter it, there are a few ways to fix it.

How can I fix Error_Path_Busy?

Before trying anything else, ensure that your device is up to date with the latest patches and hotfixes.

1. Perform IISReset

1. Press the Windows key + S and type cmd. Select Run as administrator.
   
2. Next, run the iisreset command.
3. Wait for the process to finish.

2. Restart Windows SharePoint Services Timer

1. Press Windows key + R and type services.msc. Press Enter.
   
2. Next, locate the Windows SharePoint Services Timer.
3. Right-click it and choose Restart.
   

Alternatively, you can do this with Command Prompt:

1. Open Command Prompt as administrator.
2. Next, run the following commands:
   net stop SPTimerV4
net start SPTimerV4
3. Check if the problem is gone.

3. Recreate the Intepub directory

1. Locate the Intepub directory.
2. Rename it.
3. Now recreate the directory.

As you can see, fixing Error_Path_Busy is simpler than you think, and in most cases, it can be solved by running a few commands.

This isn’t the only error, and we wrote about ERROR_BUSY_DRIVE and ERROR_NETWORK_BUSY in our previous guides, so don’t miss them for more information.