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Starting product gives "Java...returned exit code" error

Troubleshooting


Problem

When you launch IBM® Rational® Software Architect Designer (RSAD), the Java was started but returned exit code=-1 error message from Eclipse appears and the product does not open.

Document Location

Worldwide

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Document Information

Modified date:
24 June 2026

UID

ibm17230445