Can't empty trash because of error code -8003

I can't empty trash which contains numerous items because of error code -8003. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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    When emptying trash I get error code -8003.  When I get this error I am trying to delete downloaded softeare.  Typical file deletion works okay.
    This is on an iMAC.  Don't knwo why I cannot pick an iMAC community below.
    Leparker46

    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3297
    http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20020873-263.htmll

  • Can't empty Trash due to error codes

    I have begun getting error codes when I attempt to empty Trash. For example:
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    Profinite wrote:
    Since these two external drives had been backed up previously, this process must have resulted in Time Machine deleting the previous backups of these two external drives.
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  • When I try to empty trash, I get error code -8003 what does it mean?

    When I try to empty the trash on my imac I get error code -8003 and a message saying This operation can't be completed because an unexpected error occured.   Then it gives me the option to STOP or CONTINUE.  If I STOP, then it stops.  If I CONTINUE, it stops anyway.

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  • HT1338 how do I empty trash I get error code 8003 everytime i try to empt trashy

    I recently emptied my time machine into my trash.  Now I cannot empty my trash...I receive an error code 8003.  HELP

    Visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQ on resolving Trash problems. Meanwhile try using Trash It! 5.0.

  • When trying to empty trash I get error code 8003

    Does anyone know how to alleviate the error code 8003. I don't recall deleting any TM files to cause the problem.

    Try this Discussion...
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/21112050#21112050

  • Can't empty trash because of a code

    I recently came across my MacBP automatically deleting all my files upon sending it to the trash. It basically prompted me to delete everything without placing it to the trash.
    As a solution, i came across a piece of code (in a discussion already archived in this community), supposedly giving me the solution to use the following instructions and code:
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    mkdir ~/.Trash
    If you get a message stating that the folder exists, run the following:
    sudo chown $UID ~/.Trash
    chmod u+rwx ~/.Trash
    It acutally solved the problem but ended up giving me another problem - which is that i now can't seem to delete anything placed in the trash. The trash makes an emptying sound but the items are still there.
    PLEASE HELP ME!!!! :-(
    Thanks in advance!
    - - - - Currently running OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.8 / 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo / 2GB Memory / 160GB HD

    PS. Here's a link to the original instructions i followed within the community:
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  • How can I empty trash? It won't empty. I received error code -8003.

    How can I empty trash? It won't empty. I received error code -8003.

    Usually rebooting clears it so you can empty the trash, otherwise:
    Can't empty trash:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1526?viewlocale=en_US
    How to Force Empty the Trash:
    http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/trash.html#Anchor-Force-11481

  • When I empty the trash I receive (error code -8003). How do I fix the problem?

    When I empty the trash I receive (error code -8003). How do I fix the problem?

    see
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/22345364#22345364

  • HT1199 when attempting to empty trash i get error code of 8003

    when attempting to empty trash i get error message 'the operation cant be completed because of unexpected error occured error code 8003'
    thanks!

    http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/trash.html
    27" i7 iMac 10.6.8 , Mac OS X (10.7.3), G4 450 MP 1.5 GB RAM w/(10.5.8/10.4.11/9.2.2)

  • My Mac won't let me empty my trash, returns me error code -8003

    Hi,
    Everytime I try to empty my Mac's trash, it returns me an error code -8003 this is making me crazy.
    I have 7 GB left on the Mac and 12 GB of files in the trash...
    Thanks

    Hi there,
    This issue was reported and provided with some solutions attempts here before - http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=10116513
    Quick reading seams to be related to Time Machine, do you use it? Is your backup disk the same of your working disk?
    Good luck.
    Message was edited by: KXsig

  • Operation can't be completed... error code -8003

    I've Trashed lots of Time Machine from a 1TB Maxtor drive and now can't empty the Trash, I get this response:
    The operation can't be completed because an unexpected error occurred (error code -8003)
    I've responded by clicking Stop, and then tried again. Have checked the permissions. Also ran Disk Utility on the drive. But nothing changed.
    What should I do now?
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    John

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  • Can't Empty trash because I "do not have sufficient privileges"

    I accidentally downloaded a file: masterstarfieldissuing.crl from a internet security site. I put it in the trash which was empty apart from that file. Whenever I try to empty the trash I get the following message: "The operation cannot be continued because you do not have sufficient privileges for some of the items" Then whether I press continue or stop the trash does not empty.
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  • Uh oh!  Disc space full, can't empty trash because I don't have privileges

    AND...I can't print or save anything from iWork. Yikes yikes yikes.
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    Hi bdtphd, and a warm welcome to the forums!
    Are you using Filevault perchance?
    Filevault- "There isn't enough space on your hard disk..." alert ...
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1974
    Mac OS X 10.3, 10.4: FileVault - How to verify or repair a home directory image ...
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    When you get a little elbow room...
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    OmniDiskSweeper is now free, and likely the best/easiest...
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  • Can not do secure empty trash because of error

    I want to securely empty my trash but I keep getting this error:
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