SourceTree does not start due to an incompatible version of Mac OS X
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Note that this KB was created for the Data Center version of the product. Data Center KBs for non-Data-Center-specific features may also work for Server versions of the product, however they have not been tested. Support for Server* products ended on February 15th 2024. If you are running a Server product, you can visit the Atlassian Server end of support announcement to review your migration options.
*Except Fisheye and Crucible
Summary
Problem
The SourceTree user interface does not open, and the following error message appears:
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You cannot use this version of the application SourceTree with this version of Mac OS X
Diagnosis
Environment
The operating system hosting SourceTree is a version of Mac OS X earlier than 10.6 - Snow Leopard
Cause
SourceTree requires a Mac OS X version newer than 10.6 - Snow Leopard.
Solution
Resolution
Upgrade to a Mac OS X version newer than 10.6 - Snow Leopard
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