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Struggling with `Git` commit issues after merging branches? Learn how to effectively handle deleted files and create new pull requests with this comprehensive guide!
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Resolving Git Commit Issues on Merged and Deleted Branches: A Step-by-Step Guide

Navigating through Git can sometimes be a tricky affair, especially when dealing with merge operations and deleted branches. In this guide, we’ll explore a common scenario you might encounter when working with Git, particularly involving commits after a branch has been merged and deleted. Understanding how to manage these situations will streamline your workflow and mitigate confusion in the future.

The Problem

Imagine you create a branch (feature) from the develop branch to make some changes — let’s say you delete a file called SendEmail.xml. After getting your changes approved, you merge this branch back into develop. However, after some time, you realize that there are references to SendEmail.xml in other files like A.xml and B.xml. You remove these references and push your changes back up via a new pull request.

Here’s where it gets complicated: when you attempt to create the new pull request, it shows all the files as modified, including SendEmail.xml, even though you have already deleted it in the develop branch. You’ve tried rebasing your branch and pulling data, but nothing seems to work. What can you do?

The Solution

Instead of trying to fix the existing branch, the best approach is to create a new branch from the origin/develop. This method will ensure that you are working with the most updated set of files and won't reintroduce already deleted files in your pull request. Here’s how to do it step-by-step.

Step 1: Create a New Branch

Checkout to the develop branch:

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Pull the latest changes:

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Create a new branch:
Choose a meaningful name for your new branch, such as feature/update-references:

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Step 2: Clean Up Your Files

Now that you are on a clean slate, proceed to remove the unnecessary references from A.xml and B.xml:

Open A.xml and B.xml in your favorite text editor.

Delete any mentions or references related to SendEmail.xml.

Step 3: Commit Your Changes

Once you’ve made the necessary changes, you will want to commit these updates to your new branch:

Stage the changes:

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Commit the changes:
Provide a meaningful commit message that reflects your changes.

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Step 4: Push Your New Branch to Remote

After committing your changes locally, you'll need to push your branch to the remote repository:

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Step 5: Create a New Pull Request

Navigate to your repository on GitHub.

Find the button to create a new pull request.

Select your newly pushed branch and create the pull request against develop.

Conclusion

By following this straightforward process of creating a new branch and ensuring that it is based on the latest changes from develop, you can efficiently resolve commit issues related to previously deleted or modified files. This approach minimizes errors and confusion, providing you with a clean slate for new pull requests.

Next time you find yourself in a similar situation, remember this method for success!

Happy coding!