What is Error Code 267?

[Kevin T]

I was attempting to use the System Exec.vi to open a text file in Notepad. Each time the vi is called, it returns an error with code 267; LV does not know what this code means. I've tried calling Notepad through a batch file, with no change in the error code. It seems no matter what I try, I get the same error code. We have confirmed the correct command (C:\WINDOWS\NOTEPAD.EXE C:\TEMP\REPORT.TXT for example) by pasting the string in a DOS window and opening the file correctly. Can anyone help me with this problem?

[Darren]

Hello,

You will get error 267 if the "working directory" input to the System Exec VI is not a valid path to an existing directory. Please double-check your path entry, and also make sure there are no non-printable characters, like extra spaces or carriage returns in the path.

If you continue to have problems, please respond to this post with a small example VI that demonstrates the problem.

Good luck with your application and have a pleasant day.

Sincerely,
Darren N.
NI Applications Engineer