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Unable to open Perspectives: Error "Compile error in hidden module: Main"

Troubleshooting


Problem

User cannot run TM1 Perspectives.

Symptom

When a user attempts to open TM1 Perspectives client, this error is encountered:

Compile error in hidden module: Main.
This error commonly occurs when code is incompatible with the version,
platform, or architecture of this application. Click "Help" for
information on how to correct this error.

Cause

User has installed Excel 2010 64 bit, only 32 bit is supported at this time.

Resolving The Problem

Uninstall Excel 2010 64 bit release, reinstall the 32 bit release.

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Document Information

Modified date:
15 June 2018

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swg21597752