How to Fix: Push origin master error on new repository
Git push origin master error on new repository. Check if the remote repository exists and is correctly configured.
📋 Table of Contents
The error message 'src refspec master does not match any' indicates that the remote repository is not aware of your local branch. This can happen when you're pushing a new branch to the remote repository without first creating it on the remote side.
🛑 Root Causes of the Error
- The repository is not aware of your local branch.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Verified Fixes
Method 1: Update the Remote Repository
- Step 1: Run `git fetch origin` to update your local copy of the remote repository.
Method 2: Create a New Branch on the Remote Repository
- Step 1: Run `git push -u origin {branch-name}` to create a new branch on the remote repository and set it as the default branch.
🎯 Final Words
To avoid this error in the future, make sure to create a new branch on the remote repository before pushing your changes. You can also use `git push -u origin master` to set up the default branch.
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