Resolving the Missing File libarclite_iphoneos.a in Xcode 14.3

Resolving the Missing File libarclite_iphoneos.a in Xcode 14.3

28 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Xcode

After upgrading to Xcode 14.3, many developers have encountered an error message indicating the absence of the file libarclite_iphoneos.a. This issue can prevent successful builds and is particularly frustrating for those eager to run their apps on iOS 16.3. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide to resolving this error based on various solutions shared by experts.

Understanding the Issue

This error typically arises due to changes in the iOS deployment targets required by Xcode 14.3. As older versions are no longer supported, it’s crucial to update the deployment targets in your project to ensure compatibility.

Solution 1: Update Your Podfile

A common solution is to modify your Podfile to set a minimum iOS deployment target. This can be achieved by adding a post-install script that updates the deployment target for all your project targets.

post_install do |installer|
    installer.generated_projects.each do |project|
        project.targets.each do |target|
            target.build_configurations.each do |config|
                config.build_settings['IPHONEOS_DEPLOYMENT_TARGET'] = '11.0'
            end
        end
    end
end

After updating the Podfile, run the following commands in your terminal to clean and reinstall your pods:

cd [project directory]
pod deintegrate
pod clean
pod install

Solution 2: Manually Adjust Deployment Targets

If you prefer a manual approach, you can update the minimum deployment target for each of your project’s targets directly in Xcode. Navigate to the project settings and adjust the deployment target to iOS 11.0 or higher.

Solution 3: Clone Missing Files

For those comfortable with using the terminal, you can manually create the missing directory and clone the necessary files from a GitHub repository:

cd /Applications/Xcode.app/Contents/Developer/Toolchains/XcodeDefault.xctoolchain/usr/lib/
sudo mkdir arc
cd arc
sudo git clone https://github.com/kamyarelyasi/Libarclite-Files.git .
sudo chmod +x *

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By following these solutions, you can effectively resolve the missing file error in Xcode 14.3 and enhance your app development workflow with Repeato.

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