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One way to recreate a directory in Azure ADLS without affecting downstream workloads is to create a new directory and migrate the data from the old directory to the new one in a controlled and gradual manner. This can be done by following these steps:

1. Create a new empty directory in Azure ADLS.

2. Ingest data from the old directory into the new one incrementally over a period of time, rather than all at once, to minimize any potential downtime or disruptions.

3. Update any relevant downstream workloads such as data pipelines or applications to point to the new directory instead of the old one. This can be done through configuration updates or parameter changes.

4. Run tests and validation checks to ensure that the downstream workloads are functioning as expected and that there are no errors or data inconsistencies.

5. Once the new directory is fully operational and validated, decommission the old directory and delete it from the system.

By following these steps, organizations can minimize the impact of directory recreation on their downstream workloads and ensure a smooth transition to the new directory without any disruptions or downtime.