Have you hit a wall with that cryptic Russian error message on your Mac? You’re not alone. This frustrating error, which translates to “failed to find the specified quick command,” can stop your workflow dead in its tracks. Let’s cut through the confusion and get you back to work.
What Is the errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.&errorcode=4 Error?
This error stems from the NSCocoaErrorDomain framework—macOS’s native error handling system. When you see this message, your Mac tells you it can’t find or execute a specific command you’ve tried to use. Think of it as your computer looking for a tool that’s either missing or broken.
The error code 4 indicates explicitly an invalid operation or command not found. The Russian part (“не удалось найти указанную быструю команду”) means “couldn’t find the specified quick command.”
This typically appears when:
- You’re using Automator workflows
- Running AppleScripts
- Executing custom keyboard shortcuts
- Using Quick Actions in Finder
- After a recent macOS update, the previous command configurations are broken.
Let’s look at how the error appears in the console:
NSCocoaErrorDomain Code=4 “не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.” UserInfo={NSLocalizedDescription=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.}
The errorerrordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.&errorcode=4 originates from the NSCocoaErrorDomain.
This domain is part of the Cocoa framework used by macOS applications to handle errors.
The message indicates that the system cannot execute a specific command or shortcut you’ve attempted to use.
This error can arise in several scenarios, including:
1. Automation Tools: When using automation tools like AppleScripts or Automator workflows.
2. Custom Shortcuts: Problems may occur with user-defined shortcuts or commands.
3. System Updates: You might see this error after a macOS update or changes to system configurations.
Common Causes of the errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.&errorcode=4 Error
1. Corrupted Shortcut Configurations
When your shortcuts database becomes corrupted, macOS can’t find commands that should exist:
— Problematic pattern:
tell application “System Events”
keystroke “c” using {command down, option down}
end tell
— This might fail if the corresponding shortcut is corrupted
Solution: Reset your shortcuts in System Preferences:
# Back up current shortcuts first
defaults export com.apple.symbolichotkeys ~/Desktop/symbolichotkeys.plist
# Reset shortcuts
defaults delete com.apple.symbolichotkeys
# Log out and back in
2. Incorrect File Paths in Scripts
Scripts that point to non-existent file paths trigger this error:
— Problematic:
do shell script “/Users/username/scripts/my_command.sh”
— If this file doesn’t exist or permissions are wrong, you’ll see the error
Solution: Verify paths and permissions:
— Corrected approach:
set scriptPath to “/Users/username/scripts/my_command.sh”
tell application “System Events”
if exists file scriptPath then
do shell script “chmod +x ” & quoted form of scriptPath
do shell script quoted form of scriptPath
else
display dialog “Script not found at: ” & scriptPath
end if
end tell
3. Language Region Mismatches
Sometimes this error appears when your script uses commands in one language but your system is set to another:
— Problematic:
tell application “Finder” to empty trash
— Might fail if system language isn’t English
Solution: Use language-neutral AppleScript commands:
— Better approach:
tell application id “com.apple.finder” to empty trash
— Uses application ID which is language-agnostic
4. System Integrity Protection Conflicts
macOS’s security features can block certain commands:
— Problematic:
do shell script “defaults write com.apple.Finder AppleShowAllFiles -bool true”
— May fail due to SIP restrictions
Solution: Use proper user context:
— Corrected:
do shell script “defaults write com.apple.Finder AppleShowAllFiles -bool true” user name (do shell script “whoami”)
killall Finder
Solutions Comparison Table
| Prevention Techniques | Recovery Strategies |
| Store scripts in ~/Library/Scripts instead of system locations | Reset PRAM/NVRAM by restarting and holding Cmd+Option+P+R |
| Use application IDs instead of names in AppleScript | Delete and recreate problematic shortcuts in System Preferences |
| Sign your scripts with a Developer ID | Boot in Safe Mode to isolate extension conflicts |
| Create scripts with proper error handling and path checks | Repair disk permissions using Disk Utility |
| Keep regular Time Machine backups of your automation scripts | Create a new user account to test if the issue is user-specific |
How to Diagnose the errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.&errorcode=4 Error
Follow these steps to pinpoint exactly what’s triggering the error:
Check Console Logs: Open Console.app and search for “NSCocoaErrorDomain” to find related events:
bash
# Sample log entry you might see
- ActivityMonitor[2345]: ERROR NSCocoaErrorDomain Code=4 “не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.”
The preceding application name tells you what’s triggering the issue. - Test in Safe Mode: Restart your Mac while holding the Shift key to enter Safe Mode, then try to reproduce the error. If it doesn’t occur, you likely have an extension conflict.
Create a Diagnostic Script: Use this script to test shortcut functionality:
— Save as shortcut_test.scpt
try
tell application “System Events”
— Test various keyboard shortcuts
set volume output volume 50
keystroke “c” using {command down}
log “Basic shortcuts working”
end tell
on error errMsg
log “Error testing shortcuts: ” & errMsg
- end try
Run it with:
osascript ~/Desktop/shortcut_test.scpt
Check Language & Region Settings: Verify your system language settings match your script expectations:
defaults read -g AppleLocale
- defaults read -g AppleLanguages
Comprehensive Solution Implementation
Here’s a complete solution to fix the error in most scenarios:
— Save as fix_quick_commands.applescript
— 1. First backup any existing shortcut configurations
on backupShortcuts()
set backupPath to (path to desktop as text) & “shortcuts_backup_” & (do shell script “date +%Y%m%d”)
do shell script “defaults export com.apple.symbolichotkeys ” & quoted form of POSIX path of backupPath & “.plist”
return backupPath & “.plist”
end backupShortcuts
— 2. Reset problematic shortcuts database
on resetShortcuts()
try
do shell script “defaults delete com.apple.symbolichotkeys”
return true
on error errMsg
log “Error resetting shortcuts: ” & errMsg
return false
end try
end resetShortcuts
— 3. Clean up permission issues with scripts folder
on repairScriptsFolder()
set scriptsFolder to path to scripts folder from user domain
try
do shell script “chmod -R 755 ” & quoted form of POSIX path of scriptsFolder
do shell script “chown -R $(whoami) ” & quoted form of POSIX path of scriptsFolder
return true
on error errMsg
log “Error repairing scripts folder: ” & errMsg
return false
end try
end repairScriptsFolder
— 4. Restart affected services
on restartServices()
try
do shell script “killall Dock”
do shell script “killall Finder”
return true
on error
— Non-critical if these fail
return true
end try
end restartServices
— Main execution flow
set backupFile to backupShortcuts()
display dialog “Backed up shortcuts to: ” & backupFile buttons {“Continue”} default button “Continue”
set resetSuccess to resetShortcuts()
if not resetSuccess then
display dialog “Failed to reset shortcuts. Try running this script with administrator privileges.” buttons {“OK”} default button “OK”
return
end if
set repairSuccess to repairScriptsFolder()
if not repairSuccess then
display dialog “Could not repair scripts folder. Some commands may still fail.” buttons {“Continue anyway”, “Stop”} default button “Continue anyway”
if button returned of result is “Stop” then return
end if
set restartSuccess to restartServices()
display dialog “Fix complete. You may need to log out and back in for all changes to take effect.” & return & return & “If the error persists, try creating a new user account to test if the issue is user-specific.” buttons {“OK”, “Log out now”} default button “OK”
if button returned of result is “Log out now” then
tell application “System Events” to log out
end if
To use this script:
- Open Script Editor (found in Applications > Utilities)
- Paste the above code
- Save as an application
- Run the application when you encounter the error
This script handles the most common causes of the error by:
Offering a user-friendly interface with clear options
Backing up your current shortcuts first (safety first!)
Resetting the shortcuts database
Repairing permissions on your scripts folder
Restarting key services
Preventing the Error in Future Projects
To avoid this error in your automation workflows:
- Create a Robust Script Template:
— Robust AppleScript template that avoids common error triggers
— Save as ~/Library/Script Libraries/RobustCommands.scpt
use AppleScript version “2.5” — macOS 10.11 or later
use scripting additions
use framework “Foundation”
property NSFileManager : a reference to current application’s NSFileManager
— Robust command executor that handles errors gracefully
on executeCommand(cmd)
try
return do shell script cmd
on error errMsg number errNum
if errNum is 4 then — NSCocoaErrorDomain error 4
— Retry with alternate approach
try
set currentUser to do shell script “whoami”
return do shell script cmd user name currentUser with administrator privileges
on error retryErr
error “Command failed: ” & cmd & ” – ” & retryErr
end try
else
error “Command failed: ” & cmd & ” – ” & errMsg
end if
end try
end executeCommand
— Safely open an application by bundle ID (language-agnostic)
on safelyOpenApp(appBundleID)
try
tell application id appBundleID to activate
return true
on error
try
— Fallback to name-based approach
tell application appBundleID to activate
return true
on error
return false
end try
end try
end safelyOpenApp
— Check if file/folder exists (safe across language regions)
on fileExists(filePath)
set fileManager to NSFileManager’s defaultManager()
set pathString to current application’s NSString’s stringWithString:filePath
return fileManager’s fileExistsAtPath:pathString
end fileExists
Then use it in your scripts:
— Your workflow script
use script “RobustCommands”
— This will work across system languages
if safelyOpenApp(“com.apple.finder”) then
— Finder opened successfully
executeCommand(“defaults write com.apple.finder ShowPathbar -bool true”)
end if
— Check files safely
if fileExists(“/Users/Shared/MyScript.sh”) then
executeCommand(“chmod +x /Users/Shared/MyScript.sh”)
executeCommand(“/Users/Shared/MyScript.sh”)
end if
Conclusion
The errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=не удалось найти указанную быструю команду.&errorcode=4 error typically stems from corrupted shortcuts, path issues, or system language mismatches.
The most effective fix is resetting your shortcuts database while maintaining a backup of your configurations. Use application IDs instead of names for robust automation, implement proper error handling, and follow the script template provided above. You might face other similar issues, such as Errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=belirtilen kestirme bulunamadı.&errorcode=4, for which you can simply check the troubleshooting guide we’ve created.