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File is not modifiable

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Kevin2569

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Dec 22, 2007
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AU
Hello,

I created a database at home and upload to my office server. When I open it remotely, the Filemaker prompts: This action cannot be performed because this file is not modifiable.

What happen? It is working fine on my home computer. I am using Filemaker 8.5 advance pro. Anyone can help? Thanks a million.

Regards,
Kevin
 
Just guessing here but maybe the file inherited the attributes of the folder that it is in. Or maybe it didn't but should have. Either way, I'd take a look at the security settings on the folder and the file itself.

BTW: I'm talking about the security settings of your computer's operating system, not native Filemaker security.

Are you Windows or Mac?

-Striker
 
Hi TStriker

At home I am using Windows but my office computers are Mac.

: Kevin
 
If you did it with copy from the Windows pc, chances are the file is read only.
Check this.
 
I'd suggest you open the "Get Info"(Command+I) dialog for this file, under "SHARING AND PERMISSIONS" check for/add permissions for fmsadmin giving it Read & write access.
Good Luck...
 
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