[Q] “Parse Error : There is a problem parsing the package”

[ricky1001]

I have an older version Player Pro(2.2).When I try to upgrade it to the latest version using another .apk file of version 2.3,it gives this error“Parse Error : There is a problem parsing the package”.I cannot update it from the android market as I have not purchased the app.Any idea why is this happening?

 

[gamer30168]

i get this same error with other apps i try to install...particularly when i know the app isnt for my device....ima google it

 

[Jbpg102]

I don't think a site made for developers will want to help you fix a problem with a pirated app. If you really like it that much, buy it, it's not like it costs a fortune. I bought it and never had any problem updating from the market.

Sent from my wi-fi toaster.

 

[robertlawson225]

I'm trying to find a fix for the same thing. But mine is not a pirated app it is an app from a tab I have and a couple off apps that came with it I can't find on the market or anything that works like them I waisted a lot of money trying to find one and thought this is just pointless. I tried resigning the APK but no go any ideas?

 

[cnu4u]

This errors occurs when the apk is built with different API level than API level your phone supports. Ex: If your phone is having Gingerbread (2.3.*) and your app is compiled for tablets (honeycomb), you see this error.

 

[robertlawson225]

This errors occurs when the apk is built with different API level than API level your phone supports. Ex: If your phone is having Gingerbread (2.3.*) and your app is compiled for tablets (honeycomb), you see this error.

both are 4.0 ICS

 

[ri123]

This errors occurs when the apk is built with different API level than API level your phone supports. Ex: If your phone is having Gingerbread (2.3.*) and your app is compiled for tablets (honeycomb), you see this error.

I am getting this problem with some of my apps which I backup using an application to the sdcard. There should be a fix for this.

 

[djjuanca]

nice

I am getting this problem with some of my apps which I backup using an application to the sdcard. There should be a fix for this.

great job

 

[ri123]

I am getting this problem with some of my apps which I backup using an application to the sdcard. There should be a fix for this.

Make sure the app has the correct amount of information, for example, an app with 0 bytes would not work, which has happened before when a file is not created properly.

Sent from my HTC Explorer A310e using XDA

 

[datobai]

Make sure the app has the correct amount of information, for example, an app with 0 bytes would not work, which has happened before when a file is not created properly.

Sent from my HTC Explorer A310e using XDA

i tryed tu change xml in akp, i used apktool, i decompiled it, changed version to my current (2.3.7 cyanogenmod ) and then compiled it back, it is not 0 byte, but head the same error, i thought i have done something wrong, but today i tryed restor apk with titanium backup, but the same
i dont understand, is this error coz of version mismach? or ???

P.S. this is my first post on xda wish me luck )

 

[Dragonlove]

I also have this problem with an app that is called Wavesink Trial (Usb Dab Radio app)

I want this to work for my car player that has Android 2.3.4 but the Wavesink only works for Android 3.0 and above.

I tried to change the Androidmanifest.xml minSdkVersion value to 8 (which is for Froyo) so it should be able to run on my car player.

I even sent a mail to the developer which said it could'nt be possible as Android 2.3.4. doesn't have Usb Host mode, but i guess it has since the carplayer has support for Usb Wifi adapter aswell as memorysticks.

Anyone have a solution.

btw, i decompiled the app, edited the manifest, recompiled the app and signed it again.

 

[SpeakGeek]

I also have this problem with an app that is called Wavesink Trial (Usb Dab Radio app)

I want this to work for my car player that has Android 2.3.4 but the Wavesink only works for Android 3.0 and above.

I tried to change the Androidmanifest.xml minSdkVersion value to 8 (which is for Froyo) so it should be able to run on my car player.

I even sent a mail to the developer which said it could'nt be possible as Android 2.3.4. doesn't have Usb Host mode, but i guess it has since the carplayer has support for Usb Wifi adapter aswell as memorysticks.

Anyone have a solution.

btw, i decompiled the app, edited the manifest, recompiled the app and signed it again.

I'm also having the same problem. I've downloaded all versions and not one of them will install and the deck is rooted.

 

[thilanga123]

phase error

I have an older version Player Pro(2.2).When I try to upgrade it to the latest version using another .apk file of version 2.3,it gives this error“Parse Error : There is a problem parsing the package”.I cannot update it from the android market as I have not purchased the app.Any idea why is this happening?

If you get a “ Parse Error: There is a
problem parsing the package ”
message when trying to install an
APK, it could be due to different
reasons, but the most 2 common
ones are as below:

The APK file you’re trying to to
install is corrupted. That might
be due to an error when
downloading (such as the
connection getting lost) or the
APK being already broken before
you download it. Try
downloading the file again,
preferably from another location.
If possible, use trusted websites
such as SlideME or Mobango
where the APK are tested
beforehand.

If that doesn’t fix it, it’s probably
because the Android version on
your device is below the
requirements of the app. For
instance, you’re trying to install
an app that requires Android 4.1
and higher on a device running
Android 2.3. To see which
Android version your device is
running, go to Settings, then
About Phone and look at the
number next to Android Version
(or Firmware Version). Unless
you can update the system
(check that by going to Settings ,
About phone , then System
Updates ), you won’t be able to
do much about that. To avoid
situations like this, always check
before downloading that the
requirements of the app are in
line with your device. Good app
stores like SlideMe or Amazon
always provide the minimum
Android version which is needed.

 

[anish.2010]

I have an older version Player Pro(2.2).When I try to upgrade it to the latest version using another .apk file of version 2.3,it gives this error“Parse Error : There is a problem parsing the package”.I cannot update it from the android market as I have not purchased the app.Any idea why is this happening?

hey juz check if ur sd is protected with password or something. and its the reason y its showing... if sd is protected under developer options & phone is rooted it occurs. check that out n try and tht prob will be solved..it worked for me. check that out n reply.

 

[nassosbu]

I fixed my P780 with the parsing error

xx

 

[jandarkA]

hey juz check if ur sd is protected with password or something. and its the reason y its showing... if sd is protected under developer options & phone is rooted it occurs. check that out n try and tht prob will be solved..it worked for me. check that out n reply.

hey anish.2010 i have the same problem.my phone is rooted.what can i do now?

 

[Ikeb0mb]

If this occurs on Marshmallow, go to settings>apps. Tap the three dot menu and tap "show system." Scroll down and look for "Package installer." Click permissions and make sure storage is on(the circle is to the right of the oval). If not on, that permission can cause this error. Hope it helps.:good:

 

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[ruolian]

If this occurs on Marshmallow, go to settings>apps. Tap the three dot menu and tap "show system." Scroll down and look for "Package installer." Click permissions and make sure storage is on(the circle is to the right of the oval). If not on, that permission can cause this error. Hope it helps.:good:

IT DID HELP ME!
Thank you very much, pal.
But I didn't know why the permission is toggle off automatically. This problem did disturb me a lot and it has been solved by your tips.

 

[Ikeb0mb]

IT DID HELP ME!
Thank you very much, pal.
But I didn't know why the permission is toggle off automatically. This problem did disturb me a lot and it has been solved by your tips.

N.P. happy to help. My phone did the same thing and I went poking around and found that out. Sometimes it resets after an update( like flashing a new cm version), so if you update just make sure you check