How to Fix the "OLE Object Cannot Be Opened" Error in ProgeCAD

If you receive the message "OLE Object Cannot Be Opened" while working in ProgeCAD, the issue is usually related to temporary cache files or drawings that contain external references (Xrefs). The problem may occur intermittently and can affect embedded objects such as Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, images, and other OLE content.

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Why Does This Error Occur?

This issue commonly appears in drawings that use external references (Xrefs). Even if the drawing has been opened and saved several times, the error may still occur because of a corrupted or outdated cache file associated with the drawing.

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Affected OLE Objects

• Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Microsoft Word documents
• Embedded images
• PDF OLE objects
• Other embedded Windows OLE objects

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How to Resolve the Problem

1. Close ProgeCAD.
2. Open the folder where your DWG drawing is stored.
3. Locate the file that has the same name as your drawing but with the .vbi extension.
4. Delete the .vbi file.
5. Restart ProgeCAD.
6. Open the DWG file again and verify that the OLE objects are working correctly.

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Additional Tips

• Ensure all Xref files are available and correctly linked.
• Keep Microsoft Office installed if your drawing contains embedded Office documents.
• Update ProgeCAD to the latest available version.
• Create a backup copy of your drawing before making changes.

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Need Technical Support?

If deleting the .vbi file does not resolve the issue, Murari Software Solutions can help diagnose problems related to OLE objects, Xrefs, corrupted drawings, and ProgeCAD installation. Visit our Contact Us page to get expert assistance.