Then run sudo apt --fix-broken install to clean up any remaining issues. In 90% of cases, that’s all you need.
sudo dpkg --configure -a
To avoid this in the future, never close the terminal or shut down your PC while updates are in progress. E: dpkg was interrupted... run 'sudo dpkg --configure
Did you encounter a when trying to run the configure command? E: dpkg was interrupted... run 'sudo dpkg --configure
sudo tail -100 /var/log/apt/history.log
sudo rm /var/lib/dpkg/lock-frontend sudo rm /var/lib/dpkg/lock sudo rm /var/lib/apt/lists/lock Use code with caution.
By following these guidelines, your Linux package management system will remain stable, clean, and error-free. To help narrow down the cause, let me know:
If the command above does not resolve the issue, try these steps in order:
Replace package_name with the problematic software displayed in your error output:
Sudden battery death during a system update is a common cause. Plug in your laptop before running large upgrades.
To prevent this in the future, avoid shutting down your computer while updates are running. If you are updating a remote server via SSH, use a tool like tmux or screen so the process continues even if your connection drops. E: dpkg was interrupted... run 'sudo dpkg --configure