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kavin94
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

The operation couldn't be completed. (OSStatus error -45.)

I copied the video file from pendrive to ios27 iphone. Now the video file is not able to delete, showing

The operation couldn't be completed.

(OSStatus error -45.)

and also the lock symbol showing on that video file.


The same tried in ios26 iPhone but no issue is seen like this.

Posted on Oct 20, 2026 8:29 PM

1 reply

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 21, 2026 6:59 AM in response to kavin94

Hi there


Please try this


  1. Open the Apple Files App and navigate to the directory containing your locked video.
  2. Long-press any blank space and select New Folder. Name it something random (e.g., "Trash").
  3. Drag and drop (or move) the locked video file inside this new folder.
  4. Attempt to delete the entire folder instead of the individual file.
  5. Go to the Recently Deleted tab in your Files app browse screen and empty it. 


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256379970