Microsoft KB Archive/163987

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PRB: Error Message - Can't Save
Last reviewed: February 21, 1997

Article ID: Q163987

The information in this article applies to:


 * Softimage 3D for Windows NT, versions 3.01, 3.51

SYMPTOMS
When you try to save your scene, the error message "Can't Save" appears.

CAUSE
The NT operating system limits the length of filenames to a maximum of 12 characters.

RESOLUTION
Check the Status line for the name of the file causing the error message. You need to shorten it to 12 characters or less.