Power Automate SharePoint Trigger Not Firing

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

1. 1. Check scope and permissions

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   1. Confirm the file is in the folder the trigger watches, subfolders need separate flows
   2. Verify the connection account has at least Contribute access to the site
   3. Check trigger conditions under the trigger Settings
   Did this fix it? Yes No

2. 2. Reset the trigger

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   1. Fix the connection under Connections
   2. Edit and save the flow
   3. Test with a new item and wait 5 to 10 minutes
   Did this fix it? Yes No

Symptoms

Adding or editing a SharePoint item or file does not start the flow.

Why it happens

• Change made in a subfolder
• User lacks permissions on the site
• Trigger conditions filter the event
• Broken connection
• List view threshold of 5,000 items on queries

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