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How do I delete a folder that I did not create in SharePoint?
I am unable to delete a SharePoint folder that was created by a user that no longer works at our company.
To delete the SharePoint folder that you did not create, you need to:
- Make sure you have the appropriate permissions. At least an edit permission will do.
- Also, folder deletion can be prevented due to retention policies. Ensure that Retention label policies is not applied to the SharePoint folder. In the situation where you have one applied to the folder, first move or delete any files in the folder that are subject to retention.
- The site might have exceeded its storage limit. Increase the site quota and delete the item.
For more information, see https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/troubleshoot/administration/unable-to-delete-files#more-information
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/customize-sharepoint-site-permissions
Please let me know if further assistance is needed. You can also provide a screenshot of the error you see whenever you try deleting. Thank you!
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