claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [Bug] RPC error: useradd failed when creating session directory in Cowork [3 comments, 4 participants]

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TL;DR

The issue is likely related to a known infrastructure-side bug, and waiting for an official fix or update from the Anthropic team may be the most viable solution.

Guidance

• The error messages indicate a problem with the MCP server configuration, specifically missing environment variables, but this may be a symptom of the underlying infrastructure issue.
• Given that the issue is labeled as a bug by the Anthropic team and affects multiple accounts, it's likely a server-side problem rather than a local configuration issue.
• Checking the status of the related GitHub issue #36465 may provide updates on the estimated resolution time.
• Consider reaching out to the Anthropic support team for further assistance or clarification on the issue.

Notes

The provided error messages and environment information suggest that the issue is not isolated to a specific account or configuration, but rather a broader problem affecting the Cowork service.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Wait for an official fix or update from the Anthropic team, as the issue appears to be related to a known infrastructure-side bug.