Directory corrupted on Ipod

Trying to sync Ipod with Computer. Attempting to copy songs over but receiving this message
"The ipod cannot be updated. The file or directory is corrupted and unreadable"
Has anyone received this message before ?
Ipod seems OK,and can play songs from it ??

Hi cjmc!
Have you tried restoring your iPod? For instructions and info on how to restore an iPod, see this article:
Restoring iPod to factory settings
Also, this post by Da Gopha provides some good info on "Corrupt" error messages:
Da Gopha: Info on "corrupt" error messages in iTunes
-Kylene

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