codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Codex Desktop / Automations local execution environment bug [1 participants]

pgrep: sysmon request failed with error: sysmond service not found

TL;DR

The issue is likely due to differences in the environment between the Codex Desktop automation and the foreground Codex shell, causing Playwright browsers to fail to launch.

Guidance

• Investigate the environment variables and permissions set in the Codex Desktop automation process to identify any differences with the foreground Codex shell.
• Compare the output of the diagnostics script run in both environments to understand the specific errors and how they differ.
• Check the system configuration and services (e.g., sysmond) that might be required for process inspection and Playwright browser launch.
• Consider running the diagnostics script with elevated privileges or modifying the automation environment to match the foreground shell's environment.

Example

No code snippet is provided as the issue does not specify a particular code block that needs modification.

Notes

The issue seems to be related to the environment and system configuration rather than the Codex App or Playwright itself. The fact that the same setup works in a foreground shell suggests a difference in how the automation process is executed.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Modify the automation environment to match the foreground shell's environment, focusing on permissions, environment variables, and required system services. This approach is chosen because the issue appears to be related to environmental differences rather than a version-specific bug that could be fixed by upgrading.