When installing or updating SOLIDWORKS on your computer, you may encounter a confusing error message :
Behing this message lies a simple issue that is very easy to fix.
Why does this error occur ?
SOLIDWORKS relies on the swdata99.id file to identify the version of installation media.
If it is missing or incorrect :
- The Launcher cannot properly recognize the installation files.
- The operation (installation, update, repair) stops.
In short, SOLIDWORKS is unable to correctly “read” the installation folder.
Solution :
There is no need to reinstall SOLIDWORKS. The issue can be resolved by recreating the missing file.
1. Create a file :
Open Notepad (Windows + R) and type the correct SOLIDWORKS version, using the exact format : SOLIDWORKS 20XX SPXX.
2. Save the file in the correct location:
Save the file in the folder indicated by the error message.
Show file extensions :
Before renaming the file, make sure Windows correctly displays the extensions : Files Explorer > View > File name extensions
3. Rename the file :
Replace the hole name (included .txt) to : swdata99.id
4. Relaunch SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager.
The SOLIDWORKS installation or update should now proceed normally.
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b. Still not working? Contact us too!
Contact : support@ohmycad.com