If these steps do not resolve the issue, consider checking for (e.g., settings.ini or .db files) which may require a clean re-installation.
: If you are using Windows 11 or a heavily updated version of Windows 10, some users recommend running the software in a Windows 7 or 10 Pro Virtual Machine (VM) to avoid driver compatibility issues. 4. Database Engine Conflicts
If you manually installed TecDoc by copying directories from a DVD or ISO, the configfile.xml likely contains incorrect file paths that prevent the data from loading. Locate your installation folder (e.g., D:\TecDoc\Program\ ). Open configfile.xml with Notepad. If these steps do not resolve the issue,
The "exclusive" part of the error often implies that the software cannot get the necessary write-access to lock the database file for use.
Ensure the section matches your actual directory structure: Database Engine Conflicts If you manually installed TecDoc
A specific Windows update, , has been identified as a primary culprit for this error in various TecDoc versions (e.g., 2019, 2020). This update changes how the OS interacts with certain database drivers, causing the "exclusive" access failure. How to fix:
TecDoc DVD Catalog 1Q.2020 Full - Page 3 - Tlemcen Electronic The "exclusive" part of the error often implies
Troubleshooting "TecDoc Loading Data Failed: Check the Configuration File Exclusive"
C:\Your_Install_Path\Data C:\Your_Install_Path\Media Use code with caution.