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Error: "Directory in use by earlier version of Paradox"

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Cause

This error is typically caused by a corrupted Borland Database Engine (BDE) temporary file.

Resolution

Have all users exit Timeslips, exit all local applications and delete the following files in the Timeslips Installation Folder.

PDOXUSRS.LCK
PDOXUSRS.NET
PARADOX.LCK

Delete all temporary files on the local workstation by following the procedure in Article ID 14091

If the issue persists follow the instructions in Article ID 13563 to uninstall and reinstall the Borland Database Engine.

DocLink: How to re-install the Borland Database Engine
DocLink: Deleting Windows and Timeslips temporary files

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