What Causes a Compile Error When Using the Header Footer Tool?
Who is this article for?
All Ideagen Quality Management Users with HFMUT access.Ideagen Quality Management HFMUT tool and site accessis needed.
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1. Question
What can cause the "Compile Error: 'Can't find project or library'" when trying to run HFMUT?
2. Answer
The compile error or "prop" error occurs when trying to use HFMUT and Visual Basic opens with the error. It is called the "prop" error because the "prop" is highlighted. Open Tools in Visual Basic and select References. Check that Visual Basic for Applications, Microsoft Office Object Library, and Normal and OLE Automations are enabled. Also, look for any missing references. The link for fixing missing references in Microsoft applications is provided below.
3. Further Reading
This section will provide important links to further troubleshooting and resources.
- External Link - Microsoft article on fixing missing references.