Catalina update not found

What worked for me was running this from terminal:

sudo softwareupdate -l --all --force --reset-ignored

After that the update was visible under "System Preferences > Software Update"

Enjoy

Same here. Had to reinstall Mojave again. The following option didn't wok on my MacBook Pro 2018.

Install the latest version of macOS from the internet: Press and hold Option-Command-R until a spinning globe appears, then release the keys. This option installs the latest version of macOS that is compatible with your computer.

I FOUND A SOLUTION!

I've been running into the same issue ("update not available...blah blah blah") with my 2017 MacBook Pro. This morning I did a reinstallation of the latest version of macOS by restarting my computer. These are the instructions I followed: https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/reinstall-macos-mchlp1599/mac

Instructions:

"Install the latest version of macOS from the internet: Press and hold Option-Command-R until a spinning globe appears, then release the keys.

This option installs the latest version of macOS that is compatible with your computer."

Took about 30-40 minutes but Catalina is finally installed!

macbook pro late 2016. same issue

Same issue, MacBookAir6,2.

Can't download from About this Mac - Software or from App Store.

MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)

Same Issue. I've tried everyting. Macbook 2016. My macbook pro 2013 updated with no issues. I've tried recovery as you did with the same error 8 issue. Don't know what else to try.

But won't this process delete my hard drive?

didnt it delete your hard drive?

Good then. It did not install even if I did internet recovery. Not sure what’s the problem now. :(

Thank you! It worked like a charm!

I have a mid 2014 MacBook Pro that will not show Catalina update. Tried everything Apple offered with no help. Has anyone fixed this?

Thank you, worked for me!!!