Error 32003 when I install VisualC++ 2008

Question

 

I try to install Visual C++ 2008 Express Edition, but when it's more than half, I have this message:

"Error 32003.File 'C:\Programmi\Microsoft Visual 9.0\Common7\Tools\vsvars32.bat' could not be opened for write. Retry or Cancel"

 

Retry don't solve so I need to cancel the installation.

 

Well, I know there's another post with the same problem, but those answers don't work for me.

 

So anyone have new solutions or idea?.

 

I have Windows XP with the newer patch and update, and I have already installed VisualC#, VisualWeb and VisualBasic 2008 EE, without problem.

 

Thanks

 

 

Answer 1

Hi,

 

Try the following steps taken from a former discussion:

 

makoto117 wrote:

This information was taken by Looooooka. I just make this information easier so people can understand it. Step 1: Go to My Computer Step 2: Move your cursur(mouse) to the File Edit View Favorites Tools Help shown on the top of address bar and the back button. Step 3: Go to Tools and click Folder Options... Step 4: Go to the View tab / Advance Settings: Step 5: Go to the very bottom and you would see Use simple file sharing (Recommended) Uncheck it. Click OK Step 6: Go to your Microsoft Visual Studio 8 Folder in Program Files Step 7: Locate the file you had problem with for example (vsvars32.dat, sdkvars.bat, etc.) Step 8: Right Click on the file and go to Properties and go to the Security Tab. Step9: Find your user name and check the box in the Write / Allow section. Click OK Setup Finish!!! I hope this information would help you.

 

When you encounter this error, do not click on "cancel"; finish the above steps and then click on "retry".

Answer 2

 

Thanks, I knew that post but it's not work for me

The file is signed as “only read” but I not allowed to modify it, even if I'm the administrator of my own pc.

I have tried to modify that proprieties from the folder's proprieties, but I've not right to touch vsvars32.bat.

I check the file with Unlocker: it says the file it was used by nothing but it can move or copy it.

It's strange because that file it was create by the install process and when I cancel it, after the error message, the process delete it.

Answer 3

Why not try to install the Visual C++ 2008 Express Edition with the Administation Right..

I just encountered the error when i installed the VS90sp1-KB945140-X86 for my visual studio 2008, but luckily i can touched that file....

so the error was fixed..

good luck