Skip to main content
NetApp Knowledge Base

Global File Cache: What causes the error You need permission to perform this action while trying to write through the Edge

  1. Last updated
  2. Save as PDF
Views:
134
Visibility:
Public
Votes:
2
Category:
global-file-cache
Specialty:
bluexp_gfc
Last Updated:

Applies to

  • Global File Cache (GFC)
  • Edge
  • Share permission

Answer

  • The error You need permission to perform this action is caused by not having the correct permission set on the share. 
  • Any shares that will be exposed through GFC must allow the “Everyone” group “Full Control” at the share level

Additional Information

Refer to GFC user guide for additional information
Global File Cache User Guide (netapp.com)

 

 

NetApp provides no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability or serviceability of any information or recommendations provided in this publication or with respect to any results that may be obtained by the use of the information or observance of any recommendations provided herein. The information in this document is distributed AS IS and the use of this information or the implementation of any recommendations or techniques herein is a customer's responsibility and depends on the customer's ability to evaluate and integrate them into the customer's operational environment. This document and the information contained herein may be used solely in connection with the NetApp products discussed in this document.