ERROR: Pervasive error code 94

Summary

How to resolve Pervasive error code 94 in Sage 50cloud Pastel.

Description

Pervasive error code 94 is also known as status 94 happens when the system can't read or write to specific files.

This error is caused by incorrectly configured or blocked settings on either the Sage 50cloud Pastel Server or the Workstation. 

This error only occurs when using Pervasive V10.

Checking Windows User settings

Ensure that the use is part of the Administrator group.

Refer to the article Checking Windows user is an administrator for guidance.

Uninstall and Reinstall Pervasive

Uninstall Pervasive and reinstall it on both the server and the workstation. Ensure you reinstall it as an application.

Refer to the article How do I Uninstall and Reinstall Pervasive Version 10 and higher for guidance.

Adding Pervasive database and ports

Adding the Pervasive database and ports as exceptions to the Windows Firewall will ensure that Pervasive can communicate effectively between machines.

Refer to Article How to add the Pervasive database and ports to the Windows firewall for guidance.

Removing read-only attributes

Remove the read-only attributes on the Pastel/Xpress folder on the PC registered as the Pastel server.

Refer to the article Removing read-only attributes for guidance.

Sharing the Pastel folder

Ensure you've shared the Pastel or Xpress folder from the Sage 50cloud Pastel server correctly.

Refer to the Article How do I share a folder for guidance.

Ending the Database and Sage Notifications in the Task Manager

Ensure you've ended the Database service manager and Sage notifications in the Windows Task Manager.

Refer to the Article End the Pervasive Database and Sage Notifications from the task manager for guidance.

Repair the installation

You'll need to run a repair on both the Sage 50cloud Pastel server and the workstation.

Refer to the Article How do I run a repair on Sage 50cloud Pastel for guidance.

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