Python module not found in virtualenv

Question

I\'ve tried to install a python module:

virtualenv .
source bin/activate
pip install utmp

It seems to be installed:

(wtmp)c         


        

Answer 1

Just bumped into the same issue. I found out what is wrong by using which python. It showed me that I actually have an alias in place which points to a different python executable than the one in current virtualenv. Apparently aliases are more important than paths set via source.

Answer 2

You can check whether it is installed in your virualenv by calling pip list or pip show utmp.

If not, try to reinstall it:

pip install --upgrade --no-deps --force-reinstall utmp

and extend your question with the error log.

Also verify the shebang line as it might point not to your virtualenv.