PPT2000: Error Message: There Is an Object That Is Not Available (238352)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2000

This article was previously published under Q238352

SYMPTOMS

When you start Microsoft PowerPoint 2000, you may receive the following error:
MSFORMS
There is an object that is not available.
Your only choice is to click OK. After you do that, PowerPoint starts normally.

CAUSE

This error message appears if you have egi.sys AG's Office Advantage version 1.0.2.x or earlier installed. These versions are not designed for use with Microsoft Office 2000; therefore, features and functions may not work correctly.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, download the Office Advantage upgrade from the following egi.sys Web site: Follow the instructions on this site to upgrade to Office Advantage version 1.05.31 a.

Microsoft provides third-party contact information to help you find technical support. This contact information may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this third-party contact information.

MORE INFORMATION

Office Advantage originally was produced by Metacreations.

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:2/27/2002
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbinfo KB238352