Resolving the “Copy Bundle Resources” Build Phase Warning in Xcode

28 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Xcode

When managing multiple builds with distinct plist files in Xcode, you might encounter a warning that reads:
“The Copy Bundle Resources build phase contains this target’s Info.plist file ‘MyApp-Info.plist’.”
This article will guide you through understanding and resolving this common issue.

Understanding the Warning

This warning typically arises when your Info.plist file is inadvertently added to the “Copy Bundle Resources”
build phase. Xcode automatically processes the Info.plist file, and it’s unnecessary to manually include it in
your build resources. Doing so can lead to redundant copies and potential conflicts.

Steps to Resolve the Warning

1. Identify the Issue:
   Navigate to your project’s “Build Phases” tab and locate the “Copy Bundle Resources” section. Check if the
   Info.plist file is listed here.
2. Remove the Info.plist:
   Select the Info.plist file from the “Copy Bundle Resources” list and click the Remove (–) button to delete
   it from this phase.
3. Verify Target Membership:
   Ensure that the Info.plist file is not set as a target member. This can be checked in the “File Inspector”
   under “Target Membership.”

Alternative Solutions

In some cases, the warning might persist due to other configuration issues. Here are additional steps you can
try:

• Re-add Info.plist: Remove the reference to your Info.plist file entirely and add it back,
  ensuring to uncheck the “Add to targets” option during the process.
• Check Target Membership for Other Files: Ensure that all necessary files like
  Main.storyboard, LaunchScreen.storyboard, and others have the correct target membership.

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