FIX – Dependency installation error on Kodi

Last update: 04/10/2024
Author Javier Chirinos
  • Unable to install dependency This error message is common for media player users. Kodi when they install a plugin.
  • In this article we will discuss some solutions.
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You might have seen the error message if you have been regularly using the Kodi media player. Error installing dependency It is very common to have this problem at least once.

Kodi Media Player is an excellent media player because it makes use of a third-party plugin to provide all the content.

Extensions and dependencies cannot be installed if they are not available installation error Error – The requested content could not be retrieved

So let's try to address this issue in detail.

How can I fix Kodi errors when installing dependencies?

1.Clear Kodi cache

More Information Windows / Mac / Linux, It is recommended to clear the cache with a dedicated extension such as Ares Wizard. Ares Wizard, a dedicated Kodi addon that allows you to stream Kodi seamlessly for long periods of time, is probably something you are already familiar with.

This tool has a maintenance feature that allows you to delete thumbnails and packages, as well as delete temporary/cache files. Download the .zip file here Here Or you can simply use the URL to install directly from Kodi http://areswizard.co.uk/ .

More Information android devices, Select Settings >> Kodi > Clear Cache > and click to confirm.

More Information Smart TV / Fire TV Stick, Go to Settings > Applications > Manage installed programs > Kodi > Clear cache

2. Log files are needed for forced installation

  1. Click on the link to open the menu Configuration .
  2. Visit System Configuration > Registry .
  3. Choose from the options in the menu on the right Show event log . You can see which dependency has not been installed.
  4. Just click on the link to activate it Install .
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You can then install each dependency individually and the plugin.

Alternatively, search in Google your dependency. You'll most likely find the .zip file online on GitHub. It's easy to download the zip file and then install it on your device.

3. Clear Kodi database

  1. This opens the Configuration .
  2. Visit Search Profile Directory > File Manager .
  3. Double click to access the database
  4. Search Addon27.db > right click and choose You can delete > Yes.

Next, close Kodi. To re-enable add-ons, go to Add-ons > My Extensions. Make sure you only activate the ones listed there.

There are many options.