Single-User Error Opening File in FileMaker Pro for Windows

 Last reviewed: September 9, 1996
Article ID: Q135763
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups version 3.11
  • Microsoft TCP/IP-32 for Windows for Workgroups, versions 3.11, 3.11a, and 3.11b
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server versions 3.5 and 3.51
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation versions 3.5 and 3.51
  • Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to open a multi-user file with FileMaker Pro for Windows, the following error message appears: 

   The File is currently in use and could not be opened.
   File is single-user or host could not be found.
This symptom occurs when you run Windows for Workgroups or Windows NT with the Microsoft TCP/IP or IPX/SPX protocols.

CAUSE

FileMaker Pro for Windows does not function in multi-user mode when you run the Microsoft Windows for Workgroups or Windows NT TCP/IP or IPX/SPX protocols on your computer.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, install the following on your workstation and make corresponding changes on your server:

  • Microsoft NetBEUI protocol.

    -or-

  • Novell IPX/SPX protocol.

    -or-

  • Microsoft Windows 95 with Microsoft IPX/SPX protocol.

FileMaker Pro for Windows is manufactured by Claris Corporation, a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

KBCategory: kb3rdparty kbnetwork
KBSubcategory: nt16ap ntprotocol ntgeneral
Additional reference words: prodnt win95 wfw wfwg 3.11 3.11a 3.11b 3.50
3.51 95



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Last reviewed: September 9, 1996
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