Fixing 'git rebase index.lock file exists' Error - SourceTree Detached HEAD: How to Fix It-Remove Git index.lock File Manually

Updated 2026-07-28 13:34:22office-tools
Fixing 'git rebase index.lock file exists' Error - SourceTree Detached HEAD: How to Fix It-Remove Git index.lock File Manually
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.