You run dbt run --state ./previous_run --select state:modified but get an error saying the state path is invalid. What is the most likely cause?

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You run dbt run --state ./previous_run --select state:modified but get an error saying the state path is invalid. What is the most likely cause?

AThe path './previous_run' does not contain valid dbt run artifacts

BYou forgot to add '--select all' flag

CThe '--state' flag must come after '--select'

DThe command requires '--full-refresh' to work

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check the meaning of the error
An invalid state path error means dbt cannot find or read previous run artifacts at the given path.
Step 2: Evaluate other options
Flags order or missing '--select all' do not cause this error; '--full-refresh' is unrelated.
Final Answer:
The path './previous_run' does not contain valid dbt run artifacts -> Option A
Quick Check:
Invalid state path means missing artifacts [OK]

Quick Trick: Ensure state path has valid previous run artifacts [OK]

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