How To: File Handles Open When WFWG Server Is Down (90320)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.11
This article was previously published under Q90320

SYMPTOMS

If a server from which you are editing a file (for example, a Word for Windows document) is restarted, the file handle(s) associated with the open file(s) will no longer be valid. If this happens, you may not be able to continue editing the file(s), and you will not be able to save them.

The error message you receive when attempting to edit or save the file(s) after the server is restarted may not accurately indicate the problem. The wording for the error message is not consistent from one application to another.

WORKAROUND

The only solution is to save a copy of the file to a directory on your computer, and edit it from there.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/14/2003
Keywords:KB90320
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