npm error Remove the existing file and try again, or run npm npm error with --force to overwrite files recklessly. npm error code EEXIST npm error path /usr/local/bin/openclaw npm error EEXIST: file already exists npm error File exists: /usr/local/bin/openclaw npm error Remove the existing file and try again, or run npm npm error with --force to overwrite files recklessly. npm error A complete log of this run can be found in: /home/node/.npm/_logs/2026-04-12T02_52_59_292Z-debug-0.log Update Result: ERROR got error

TL;DR

Run the npm update command with the --force flag to overwrite existing files.

Guidance

• The error message indicates that the file /usr/local/bin/openclaw already exists, causing the update to fail. Removing this file before updating may resolve the issue.
• Alternatively, using the --force flag with npm update may allow the update to proceed, but this should be done with caution as it can potentially cause unintended consequences.
• Verify that the update is successful by checking the version of openclaw after running the update command.
• If the issue persists, check the npm logs for more detailed error information.

Notes

The use of the --force flag should be approached with caution, as it can potentially cause unintended consequences. It is recommended to try removing the existing file before using this flag.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Run the npm update command with the --force flag, as it is a straightforward solution to the error message indicated.