pattern not available

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September 9, 2021
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I'm working on a photo that I and have several layers to creates a certain look, but when I try to save or flatten the layers of the image I get the error message: "Could not complete your request because the selected pattern is not available"

What pattern?!?!

I am using a PS action from Graphics Garage called Urban Sketch

PS 2021

Windows 10

Windows

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Missbee

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I have this problem as well with the same action. The action runs, then I encounter a variety of instability issues attempting to work with the layers. The image disappears. Or layers disappear. I can't use the magnifying glass.
If I try to merge layers I get the "could not complete your request because the selected pattern is not available" message. Or Photoshop crashes. However after Photoshop recovers, the layers function fine. It's a fairly new action, 2019, but I can't reach the developer. Are there changes I can try on the Photoshop side? Thanks.

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

Did you load all the Patterns that the Action references?

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

Yes, I did, and double checked. The action itself runs through without a glitch. Photoshop de-stabilizes when I try to manipulate the layers afterward. And most strangely, if Photoshop completely crashes, the layers work fine when Photoshop recovers. (It's a very nice action, hence my persistence.) Thanks.

Well, that does sound strange.

What have you done for all-purpose trouble-shooting so far?

Restoring Preferences after making sure all customized presets like Actions, Patterns, Brushes etc. have been saved might be a good starting point:

https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/using/preferences.html

https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/basic-trouble-shooting-steps.html

Does turning off »Use Graphics Processor« in the Performance Preferences (Photoshop > Preferences > Performance > Graphic Processor Settings) and restarting Photoshop have any bearing on the issue?

Does turning on »Deactivate Native Canvas« (Photoshop > Preferences > Technology Previews) and restarting Photoshop have any bearing on the issue?

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

»What pattern?!?!«

The one in the Pattern Overlay Layer Style maybe?

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