What error does Alteryx throw if you don't close the local file you are inputting?

When Alteryx encounters an issue with accessing a local file that hasn't been closed properly, it throws an error indicating that the file must be unlocked before execution. This is because Alteryx requires exclusive access to files while performing data input operations. If a file remains open in another program (like Excel or another text editor), it may be locked, which prevents Alteryx from reading from or writing to it.

This behavior is common in data processing software, as many applications will lock a file when it is opened for editing. Thus, the user receives a clear message that they need to close the file in order to proceed. Understanding this aspect of file handling in Alteryx is crucial for effective workflow management and avoiding interruptions during data processing tasks.

In contrast, the other options do not apply to this situation because they describe various types of access related issues which are not specifically tied to the file being open for editing. For instance, "File cannot be accessed" is a broader error message that could refer to permissions or locking but lacks specificity regarding the requirement to close the file. Both "Input file is corrupted" and "No permissions to access file" refer to entirely different conditions that do not address the issue at hand.