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I Get a C++ Runtime Error when printing to Word Template

If Roof Wizard crashes with a C++ Runtime Error while printing to a Word template, it’s usually caused by Word already having the template open, folder permissions issues or Word not being activated.

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Error Reported when Printing to Word Template ⚠️



Problem #1 🧩

A C++ runtime error is usually caused when the operator tries to print to a Word template that is still open in Word.

Typically when you do a report, notice an error, fix it, and try to print again immediately – but the first attempt is still open in Word.

AppliCad can’t handle that and crashes.

The solution is simple: close the template in Word and run the report again.


Problem #2 🔐

If the problem persists, check that you have full read/write permission to the set ...\User folder.

We have found that successive Windows updates can re-set folder permissions, especially on network setups.


Problem #3 ✅

A third potential cause is if the MS Word license has not been activated.

Roof Wizard cannot communicate with Microsoft products that are not activated/licensed and this causes the crash because Word doesn't want to participate.




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