UT-C  Re-Index File

 

There may be instances where the data file key structure is corrupted and file handler problems result.  This may occur from a static discharge, a power failure, or the physical disk may be damaged.  You may be able to recover the data file by re-indexing.

If you are in an entry program and data does not respond in a normal fashion (such as when entering a item number you get the wrong description or data appears to be missing), this often can be corrected through re-indexing.  BTrieve Status 2 Error can also often be corrected by reindexing the file in question.

WARNING: DO NOT REINDEX A FILE WHILE OTHER USERS ARE ON THE SYSTEM.  If the re-index process gets interrupted, you will not be able to recover the file. WE STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU MAKE A BACKUP OF ANY FILE BEFORE REINDEXING so it can be restored, if necessary.

 

For a listing of file names, see File Names.