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Error with 'disk is full' and 'I/O error' when saving data file

Troubleshooting


Problem

When saving a data file, the error message 'The attempt to save the data file has failed because the disk is full, an I/O error has occurred, the variable dictionary is invalid, or the task was interrupted' presents and file cannot be saved. There appears to be sufficient disk space on the target storage medium to save the file.

Symptom

Attempt to save IBM SPSS Statistics data file fails with message,'The attempt to save the data file has failed because the disk is full, an I/O error has occurred, the variable dictionary is invalid, or the task was interrupted.'

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Document Information

More support for:
IBM SPSS Statistics

Software version:
Not Applicable

Document number:
198519

Modified date:
16 April 2020

UID

swg21579356

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