Expo upload:ios无法上传新构建，求同版本传TestFlight方案

Hey there, let's work through your problem step by step. You're right that uploading same-version builds saves tons of time compared to waiting for App Store review, and it's super frustrating that the old expo upload:ios command is failing on you. Here's how to fix those errors, plus alternative approaches to keep your workflow efficient:

Fixing the expo upload:ios Errors #

1. Resolve Gemfile.lock Permission Issues #

The first error is about missing write permissions on the Gemfile.lock file in expo-cli's dependencies. You can fix this with either of these quick commands:

• Grant universal write access to the file (fastest fix):

  sudo chmod -R 777 /usr/local/lib/node_modules/expo-cli/node_modules/@expo/traveling-fastlane-darwin/dist/lib/vendor/Gemfile.lock
  

• Or, more securely, transfer ownership of the expo-cli directory to your user:

  sudo chown -R $(whoami) /usr/local/lib/node_modules/expo-cli
  

2. Fix the iTMSTransporter Java Virtual Machine Error #

This error stems from compatibility gaps between your older Expo CLI version (4.0.4), Xcode 12.3, and your Java environment. Try these two fixes:

• Upgrade Expo CLI to the latest stable version: Older traveling-fastlane (used under the hood by expo-cli) doesn't play nice with newer Xcode/iTMSTransporter releases. Run:

  npm install -g expo-cli@latest
  

• Update your Java runtime: iTMSTransporter works best with AdoptOpenJDK 8 or 11. Install one of these versions and set it as your default Java environment.

Alternative Methods to Upload Same-Version Builds #

If fixing the expo upload:ios command doesn't pan out, these reliable alternatives let you push updates without bumping your app version:

1. Use Fastlane's Pilot #

Fastlane is a go-to tool for iOS deployment, and it supports same-version uploads effortlessly:

1. Build and download your IPA from Expo:

   expo build:ios --no-publish
   # Once the build finishes, download the IPA file to your local machine
   

2. Initialize Fastlane in your project directory:

   fastlane init
   

   Select the "Upload to TestFlight" option when prompted.
3. Upload your IPA directly with this command (no need to edit the Fastfile if you don't want to):

   fastlane pilot upload --ipa path/to/your-app.ipa --skip_submission
   

   The --skip_submission flag skips sending the build for App Store review, which is perfect for internal TestFlight updates.

2. Use Apple's altool Command Line Tool #

You can use Apple's official command line tool to upload the IPA directly:

xcrun altool --upload-app --type ios --file "path/to/your-app.ipa" --username "your-apple-id@example.com" --password "your-app-specific-password"

Note: You'll need to generate an app-specific password from your Apple ID settings instead of using your regular account password.

3. Switch to Expo EAS Submit #

Expo's newer EAS (Application Services) platform replaces the old expo upload command and natively supports same-version uploads. If you haven't migrated yet:

1. Set up EAS:

   npm install -g eas-cli
   eas build:configure
   

2. Build your app with EAS:

   eas build -p ios
   

3. Upload the latest build to TestFlight without version checks:

   eas submit -p ios --latest --skip-version-check
   

What Other Developers Do #

Most folks in the community rely on one of these workflows:

• Fastlane: For full end-to-end deployment automation (it handles building, signing, uploading, and even beta testing workflows seamlessly)
• Expo EAS: As the official, maintained replacement for the old expo build/upload tools, it offers better compatibility and more features for managed Expo projects
• Apple's altool: For quick, one-off uploads when other tools hit snags

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者Olivia