A Dr. Watson Log File May Not Be Included When You Use the Windows Report Tool (232669)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
This article was previously published under Q232669 SYMPTOMS
When you attempt to send a Dr. Watson log (.wfg) file to a support provider using the Windows Report tool (Winrep.exe) with the "Dr. Watson fault logs" setting enabled, the Dr. Watson log file may not be included.
CAUSE
This issue can occur if a Dr. Watson log file is missing from the C:\Windows\Drwatson folder.
RESOLUTION
To work around this issue, manually add a Dr. Watson log file:
- Click Start, and then click Run.
- In the Open box, type winrep, and then click OK.
- On the Options menu, click Collected Information.
- Click to select the Dr. Watson fault logs check box.
- Click Add.
- Click the appropriate Dr. Watson log file.
- Click Open.
MORE INFORMATION
If you rename a Dr. Watson log file, it may not be included in your Windows Report tool report even if the "Dr. Watson fault logs" setting is enabled.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 6/9/1999 |
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| Keywords: | kbprb KB232669 |
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