- 1 year ago
git clone --recurse-submodules fails silently
When git clone --recurse-submodules
fails silently, it means that Git encountered an error while cloning the repository and its submodules, but it didn't display any error message or warning. This behavior can be frustrating, as it provides no immediate feedback on what went wrong.
To troubleshoot the issue, you can try the following steps:
Check the Destination Directory:
- Ensure that the destination directory where you are cloning the repository has the necessary permissions to create files and directories.
- Also, ensure that there are no file name conflicts with existing files in the destination directory.
Check Network Connectivity:
- Ensure that your internet connection is stable and there are no network issues that might be affecting the cloning process.
Try Cloning Without Submodules:
- If the
git clone --recurse-submodules
command fails silently, try cloning the main repository without submodules first. Use the following command:bashgit clone <repository_url>
- Once the main repository is cloned successfully, you can try initializing and updating the submodules separately using the following commands:csharp
git submodule init
git submodule update
- If the
Enable Debugging Output:
- You can enable debugging output in Git to get more detailed information about the cloning process. Use the following command to see verbose output:php
git -c core.clone=true clone --recurse-submodules <repository_url>
- You can enable debugging output in Git to get more detailed information about the cloning process. Use the following command to see verbose output:
Update Git:
- Make sure you are using the latest version of Git. Older versions may have bugs or limitations that could cause issues with cloning.
Check for Repository Errors:
- Verify that the repository you are trying to clone is valid and accessible. Ensure that the URL is correct and that the repository is not private or restricted.
Verify Submodule URLs:
- Check the
.gitmodules
file in the main repository to ensure that submodule URLs are correct and accessible.
- Check the
Check Firewall and Antivirus Settings:
- Firewalls or antivirus software may sometimes block Git from accessing the internet or certain URLs. Temporarily disable them and try the
git clone
command again.
- Firewalls or antivirus software may sometimes block Git from accessing the internet or certain URLs. Temporarily disable them and try the
If none of these steps provide a solution, the problem might be specific to the repository or its configuration. In such cases, consider seeking help from the repository owner or the Git community to identify and resolve the issue.