DFIC Error 73 - File Structure is Corrupt (Bad IFIL)

Last reviewed: 02/18/2009
Article ID: R10618

The information in this article applies to:

• Tabs3 Billing Software Version 15, 14 & 12
• Tabs3 Remote Entry Software Version 15, 14 & 12
• Tabs3 Trust Accounting Software (TAS) Version 15, 14 & 12
• Tabs3 General Ledger Software (GLS) Version 15, 14 & 12
• Tabs3 Accounts Payable Software (APS) Version 15, 14 & 12

SUMMARY

This error indicates that the structure of the data file shown on the Error Report does not match the structure required by the software. This error can occur for one of two reasons:

• A new version of the software was installed but the data files were not converted.
• The data is corrupted.

RESOLUTION

To correct this error:

• If this error is caused by data files having not been converted, install the correct version of the software that matches the data files.
• If this error is caused by data corruption, restore the data files from a backup.

Note: The Description shown on the Error Report will include the label "Bad IFIL" which is for Technical Support purposes only.

REFERENCES

• KB Article R10167 - Data File Integrity Check Errors in Verification Files

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