Getting "storage_root does not specify a URI scheme." while setting ADLS path in default metastore.

Hi Akancha,
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The error "storage_root does not specify a URI scheme" is due to the format of the storage path you're providing. The path should include the URI scheme, which typically starts with abfss:// for Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2.

Try updating the path in the input field to include the URI scheme. For example, if your container name is mycontainer and your ADLS account name is adbsaccount01, the path should look something like this:

abfss://mycontainer@adbsaccount01.dfs.core.windows.net/

Make sure to replace mycontainer with your actual container name. This should resolve the error you're encountering. If you continue to face issues, double-check that you have the necessary permissions and direct access to the specified path.
Permissions: Verify that the storage account and container have the necessary permissions set up. The account you're using should have the appropriate access rights to the storage container.

Configuration: Double-check the configuration settings in the Azure portal. Sometimes, re-entering the details or refreshing the settings can help resolve such issues.

Documentation: Refer to the Azure Databricks documentation for setting up a Unity Catalog metastore. It provides detailed steps and examples that might help you identify any missing configurations

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