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Cannot see mdc file type

Troubleshooting


Problem

Problem: OS - WIN 98 PRODUCT - POWERPLAY 7.0.705.0-4 After a new installation of PowerPlay Client, click on File, Open and .mdc is unavailable in the list of file types. Solution: Perform an Apply in Configuration Manager to make .mdc available. Steps: 1. Open Configuration Manager. 2. Click File, and Open current configuration. 3. Select IBM Cognos PowerPlay. 4. Click Actions, Apply Selection.

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09 May 2025

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