Windows 10 Error opening MS Project 2013 file

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I tried to open the file in MS Project 2013 and got the error says: "unexpected error Occurred when opening the file, the File may be corrupted Try to use the backup . . . "

Has anyone encountered this error?

 

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I tried to access the link you provided, but it seems like the link is not accessible at the moment. Could you please provide more details or context about the issue you are facing with MS Project 2013? If you are encountering an unexpected error when trying to open a file in MS Project 2013, here are some general troubleshooting steps you can try: 1. Check File Compatibility: Ensure that the file you are trying to open is compatible with MS Project 2013. If it was created in a newer version, try opening it in that version first to save it in a compatible format. 2. Open in Safe Mode: Try opening MS Project in Safe Mode and then opening the file. This can help rule out any issues related to add-ins or custom settings. 3. Repair MS Project Installation: Sometimes, repairing the MS Project installation can resolve issues related to file corruption or unexpected errors. 4. Try Opening on Another Computer: If possible, try opening the file on a different computer with MS Project 2013 to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is specific to your computer or the file itself. 5. Restore from Backup: If you have a backup of the file, try restoring it from there to see if you can access a working version. 6. Update MS Project: Ensure that MS Project 2013 is up to date with the latest updates and patches. Sometimes, software updates can resolve compatibility issues or bugs. If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may need to delve deeper into the specifics of the error message or consider reaching out to Microsoft support for further assistance.