Resolving "No Configuration Found" Error for Dependabot pipelines on CircleCI

Overview

Encountering the "No configuration was found in your project" error on CircleCI can be frustrating, especially when it occurs intermittently with dependabot PRs. This issue often arises due to permission problems with the dependabot[bot] user, leading to a 404 response from GitHub when CircleCI attempts to access the repository. Understanding the root cause and implementing the right solutions can help ensure your pipelines run smoothly.

Solution

1. Refresh Identity: If you encounter this issue, refreshing the identity of an account associated with the project can resolve it. This can be done by re-authenticating with GitHub by either:

   • Logging out and back in to CircleCI
   • Performing a re-authentication

2. Follow the Project: Encourage users to follow the projects they are building for. This minimizes the risk of encountering the error due to token issues.

Additional Resources

• CircleCI Configuration Reference
• GitHub Permissions Guide

By following these steps, you can mitigate the "No configuration was found" error and ensure that your dependabot pipelines run successfully on CircleCI.