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Application Error - Exception EDBEEngineError

Application Error - Exception EDBEEngineError

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If you encounter this error, it indicates that the BDE drivers are either incompatible with your current software version or are not installed. Here’s how you can address the issue:

 

### Solution 1: Update the Software

 

- **Install the Latest Software Version**:

- Ensure you have the most recent version of the software installed. This can often resolve compatibility issues with BDE drivers.

 

### Solution 2: Install and Configure BDE Drivers

 

- **Install BDE Drivers**:

- If the drivers are not already installed, download and install the appropriate BDE drivers for your system. See below for steps to do this.

 

 

 

 

- **Configure BDE Drivers**:

- After installation, ensure that the BDE drivers are properly configured to work with your software. See below for details.

 

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BDE driver compatibility error. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to technical support for additional assistance.

 

 

 

Installing BDE Drivers and Configuring

### Installation Steps

 

1. **Install BDE Drivers in the Correct Order**:

- First, install **BDE50122**.

  • Next, install **bde511en**.
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https://www.relate-software.com/downloads/BDE%20Drivers.zip

 

If issues persist after installation, you may need to configure the BDE drivers:

 

1. **Create and Set Permissions for a TEMP Folder**:

- On the user’s C: drive, create a folder named “TEMP”.

- Grant full permissions to all users for this folder.

 

2. **Configure CoSec Shortcut**:

  • Right-click the CoSec shortcut and select “Properties".
  • Set the "Start in" location to this new “Temp” Folder
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3. **Access BDE Administrator**:

- Navigate to: `C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Borland Shared\BDE`.

- Open the executable: **bdeadmin**.

 

4. **Configure PARADOX Driver**:

- Go to: `Configuration > Drivers > Native > PARADOX`.

- Change the Net Dir to the Temp folder as shown below..

 

5. **Apply Changes**:

- Click "Apply" to save the changes.

- Note: If bdeadmin becomes unresponsive and shows “Not Responding”, use Task Manager to close it. Reopen bdeadmin to ensure changes have been saved.

 

6. **Verify Changes**:

  • Once the changes are saved, reopen CoSec. The issue should be resolved.

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By carefully following these steps, you should be able to install and configure the BDE drivers successfully. If problems continue, consider seeking further technical support.