Error: The version of CSCABSV.DLL is not compatible with FCAB.EXE

Scenario

You may see this error when you attempt to open DT FileCabinet. 

Error message

The version of X:\WinCSI\CABINET\CSCABSV.DLL is not compatible with X:\WinCSI\CABINET\FCAB.EXE (X represents the computer drive where DT FileCabinet is installed.)

Cause

The CSCABSV.dll file is not compatible with the current version of the fcab.exefile, which is the executable file for DT FileCabinet. The CSCABSV.dll file controls all integration for DT FileCabinet.

Solution

Reinstall DT FileCabinet to update to the most current version available.

If the step above doesn't resolve the error, try launching DT FileCabinet on the server and install updates.

Note: You can click Yes in the error message to bypass the warning and open DT FileCabinet, but be aware that some functionality may not work properly. When opening DT FileCabinet, the application verifies that the versions of the executable file (FCAB.EXE) and the integration file (CSCABSV.DLL) match.

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