An error occurred while performing this action

[Js salman]

An error occurred while performing this action. Please try again later. What is this

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[Srishti Bali]

Hi @Js salman

Thanks for reaching out. I’ve moved your query from the existing thread, as it was unrelated, to ensure better visibility and help you get the right support. The message “An error occurred while performing this action. Please try again later” is a generic error. To help us narrow this down, could you please share a few more details:

• Where exactly do you see this error (while launching Photoshop, using any specific tool or feature)?

• Your operating system and version (Windows/macOS).
• Version of Photoshop

• A screenshot of the error, if possible.

Once we have this information, we’ll be able to guide you with the right next steps.

Regards,

Srishti

[Zarii]

The "An error occurred while performing this action" in Photoshop often stems from layer mismatches or GPU issues try flattening layers first (Layer > Flatten Image) or renaming the base layer to "Background," as actions frequently expect this setup. For GPU conflicts, head to Edit > Preferences > Performance, uncheck "Use Graphics Processor," and restart the app. Resetting preferences by relaunching while holding Ctrl+Alt+Shift (Windows) or Cmd+Option+Shift (Mac) clears corrupted settings quickly, and updating Photoshop ensures compatibility. If it's tied to a specific action, edit it in the Actions panel to bypass faulty steps, and share details on the action/file for more precise advice.