Cannot Create Space Because 'Add Space' Link is Missing from Dashboard After Confluence Upgrade
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*Except Fisheye and Crucible
Symptoms
The link to add a new space is missing from the Dashboard following a Confluence upgrade.
Cause
This is commonly caused by a custom layout that is no longer compatible post-upgrade.
Resolution
Remove the customizations via Confluence Admin > Layouts.
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