iTunes won’t Sync Music or Other Media to iPhone? Find Solution Here

Part 1: About iTunes?

The most used function in iTunes is the sync of devices. After connecting the iOS device to computer, iTunes will sync files automatically, which completes syncing between iTunes and iOS devices.

Part 2: Solution to Solve Error Code 54 when Syncing iTunes?

Solution 1: Restart PC, iPhone, iPad and iPod

Solution 2: Update iTunes and iOS

Solution 3: Uncheck the “Read Only” Option

1. Press the Win and E keys to open the [File Manager].

Solution 4: Manage Media Files in iTunes Library

Solution 5: Synchronize Fewer Files

Besides error code 54, there are other sync errors. Find the appropriate solutions below.

Part 3: How to Fix Other iTunes Sync Problems?

Simple Methods to Check the Problem

Solution 1: Change the Data Cable and USB Port

It is best to connect the iPhone, iPad and iPod to computer with the original USB cable. This is because the original Lightning cable is capable of both charging the device battery and transferring data. Data cables with MFi authorization (specially designed for iPhone, iPad and iPod and authorized by Apple) can also perform battery charging and data transfer. For USB cables without MFi authorization, they cannot transfer data even if the battery charging function is available. Before purchasing a USB cable, you need to know the details. Even for the authentic USB cable, data transfer cannot be done if it is damaged. In this case, you need to change a new USB cable.

If there are still connection problems after changing the USB cable, you can change the USB port. The problem could be caused by the USB port.

Solution 2: Re-authorize iTunes on Computers。

For Mac: In the menu bar at the top of the screen, select [Account], [ Authorization] and [Authorize this computer].

For Windows: Click the menu bar in the iTunes window. And then click successively on [Account], [Authorization] and [Authorize this Computer]. If the menu bar does not appear, press the Ctrl and B keys.

Solution 3: Clear the Insufficient Storage Space

In your iPhone or iPad, click [Settings], [General] and [iPhone Storage] to check the storage of the device. If there is not much free space on the device, you can delete unnecessary files and applications.

Solution 4: Disable the Apple Music Function

① For iPhone and iPad, click [Settings] and then [Music]. Then do not enable [Show Apple Music ].

② In iTunes, click [Edit] on the menu bar. And then click [Preferences]. In the [General] tab, uncheck the [Display Apple Music Features] box.

Solution 5: Synchronize Files with WiFi

② Click [Summary] on the left side. And then, check the box [Synch with this iPhone over Wi-Fi] and click [Apply].

Solution 6: Check if the Files or Music are Selected Correctly

Solution 7: Cancel and Select “Synchronize Music” Again

① Connect iPhone or iPad to computer and launch iTunes.

② Click the device icon and then on [Music]. Uncheck the [Sync music] box.

Solution 8: Manually Sync iTunes to iPhone and iPad/iPod

Solution 9: Update Driver Software

① Exit iTunes and disconnect the iPhone, iPad, or iPod from computer. And then reconnect the device to computer.

② Press the Win and R keys. In the [Run] window, type [devmgmt.msc] to access the [Device Manager].

① Exit iTunes and disconnect the iPhone, iPad, or iPod from computer. And then reconnect the device to computer.

② Press the Windows and R keys. In the [Run] window, type % ProgramFiles% \ Common Files \ Apple \ Mobile Device Support \ Drivers and click [OK].

Part 4: Recover Lost Files with Renee iPhone Recovery

1. Download and install Renee iPhone Recovery.

2. Connect iPhone to PC. Then, launch the software and select [Recover Lost Data].

If you connect several iOS devices, please select your target device in the menu [Please Select iOS Device].