Sources of 69 Problems
Common Problems Opening 69 Files
Missing Pro/ENGINEER
When trying to open your 69 file, you get the error "Can't Open 69 File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Pro/ENGINEER missing in %%os%%. The typical path of opening your 69 with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.
Tip: Another 69-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.
Outdated Pro/ENGINEER
Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Pro/ENGINEER installed that's incompatible with your Creo Elements/Pro Versioned Data type. Visit the PTC website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Pro/ENGINEER. This problem is predominately due to having a Creo Elements/Pro Versioned Data file version that was created by a newer version of Pro/ENGINEER than what you have installed on your PC.
Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of 69 file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).
Summary: Not having the right Pro/ENGINEER version on your computer can cause problems opening 69 files.
Other 69 File Opening Causes
You can still experience errors opening 69 files even with the latest version of Pro/ENGINEER installed on your PC. If you are still having problems opening 69 files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Issues that aren't software-related:
- Windows Registry 69 file paths that are incorrect
- Unintentional removal of the description of the 69 file inside the Windows Registry
- Invalid installation of a 69-associated program (eg. Pro/ENGINEER)
- Something has caused file corruption of your 69
- Your 69 is infected with malware
- Device drivers of the hardware associated with your 69 file are corrupt or out-of-date
- Insufficient system resources to successfully open Creo Elements/Pro Versioned Data files
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