The "Runtime Error 217 at 00580d29" is a specific memory-related crash that occurs in Autodata, typically during the software initialization phase. This error indicates that the application failed to load a required library (DLL) or encountered a registry conflict while trying to access its database.
Navigate to C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Borland Shared\BDE . Find and run it as Administrator. Go to the Configuration tab. Expand Drivers > Native > PARADOX .
Find the setting and point it directly to your Autodata installation folder (e.g., C:\ADCD2 ). ⚠️ Preventive Measures To stop this error from returning after a Windows update: autodata runtime error 217 at 00580d29
If you are on Windows 11, consider running Autodata in a Windows 7 Virtual Machine (using VirtualBox or VMware) for maximum stability. Which Windows version is installed on your computer?
The Borland Database Engine is improperly configured or corrupted. The "Runtime Error 217 at 00580d29" is a
Before diving into the fixes, it helps to understand why this specific memory address (00580d29) is being flagged:
Automated registry cleaners often delete the "Obsolete" keys that Autodata actually needs to run. Find and run it as Administrator
The software’s core components are not properly registered in the Windows Registry.