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      Error: "Warning: semaphore file is locking access to shared database files" when launching PowerShape

      The warning message is displayed and does not allow the user access to PowerShape. A problem with the shareddb folder is likely causing the lock out.

      Issue

      When PowerShape is launched, the following error message is displayed:
      Warning: semaphore file C:/ Users/Public/Public Documents/Autodesk/shareddb/<problematic_file> is locking access to shared database files.

      Answer

      ***If the pathway states Autodesk/shareddb***

      Replacing the Autodesk shareddb folder

      1. Close PowerShape
      2. Browse to the shareddb folder on your PC > rename the folder to "OLDshareddb"
        1. C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Autodesk\shareddb
      3. Download the attached Autodesk folder and extract the folder
      4. Move the shareddb folder into the same directory
      5. Restart PowerShape 

      ***If the pathway states Delcam/shareddb***

      Replacing the Delcam/shareddb folder

      1. Close PowerShape
      2. Browse to the shareddb folder on your PC > rename the folder to "OLDshareddb"
        1. C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Delcam\shareddb
      3. Download the attached Autodesk folder and extract the folder
      4. Move the shareddb folder into the same directory
      5. Restart PowerShape