I am a beginner attempting to set up a simple Android project following an online tutorial. I have tried this process using Unreal Engine versions 5.3.2 and 5.5; however, I have encountered the same issue with both versions.
The error prompts me to accept the SDK license (see screenshot) and mentions a missing package.xml file, specifically expected under the directory:
EngineSourceThirdPartyAndroidpackage.xml.
Upon inspection, I found that the file does not exist. Below is the output of the directory’s contents:
PS C:ueUE_5.3EngineSourceThirdPartyAndroid> dir
Directory: C:ueUE_5.3EngineSourceThirdPartyAndroid
Mode LastWriteTime Length Name
---- ------------- ------ ----
d----- 12/16/2024 5:48 PM detex
PS C:ueUE_5.3EngineSourceThirdPartyAndroid>
It appears that something might have gone wrong with the installation, or this could be a bug with Unreal Engine 5. How to resolve this issue?
AI Answer
The issue you’re encountering is related to Unreal Engine’s Android SDK setup. Here’s how to resolve it:
Step 1: Install Android Studio and SDK Tools
- Download and Install Android Studio if you don’t have it already.
- Open Android Studio and go to:
- File > Settings (Windows) or Android Studio > Preferences (Mac).
- Navigate to Appearance & Behavior > System Settings > Android SDK.
- Check the SDK Platforms Tab: Ensure that Android API level 30 (or the version you need) is installed.
- Check the SDK Tools Tab:
- Ensure the following are installed:
- Android SDK Build-Tools
- Android SDK Command-line Tools
- Google USB Driver (if using a physical device)
- Ensure the following are installed:
Step 2: Accept SDK Licenses
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Open a Command Prompt or Terminal.
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Run:
sdkmanager --licenses -
Accept all licenses.
Step 3: Set SDK and NDK Paths in Unreal Engine
- Open Unreal Engine and go to:
– Edit > Project Settings > Platforms > Android. - Scroll down to SDK Configuration and:
- Set paths manually if they are not auto-detected:
- SDK Location: C:Users<YourUser>AppDataLocalAndroidSdk
- NDK Location: C:Users<YourUser>AppDataLocalAndroidSdkndk-bundle
- Java Location: C:Program FilesAndroidAndroid Studiojre
Step 4: Verify Project Settings
- Restart Unreal Engine.
- Create a new Android project to ensure settings are correctly applied.
Additional Notes:
- Unreal Engine Bug Check: This could be a bug in versions 5.3.2 and 5.5. Ensure you’re using the latest versions.
- Reinstall Android Support in UE: If the problem persists, consider reinstalling the Android support packages through Unreal Engine’s setup process.
These steps should resolve the SDK license and package.xml file error.
(To all those wondering I myself am not AI )…
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I should have mentioned earlier that I had all SDKs and NDKs installed, as I frequently work on Android development. However, the real solution was Vandit’s final suggestion:
“Reinstall Android Support in UE: If the problem persists, consider reinstalling the Android support packages through Unreal Engine’s setup process.”
In summary, the key step is illustrated in the screenshot below.
Thank you for your assistance.