Compiler Error in Word

[Larry Rosselot]

I am getting a "Compiler Error in hidden module:Main."

I can not save documents and it gives me this error ever
time I open Word.

I have run the repair feature from the XP Office Suite.
This sid not change anything.

Please advise. (e-mail address removed)

Larry

 

[Eric Lawrence [MSFT]]

1> Have you installed any third-party addins to word?
2> Do you have a virus scanner installed?

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[Beth Melton]

Hi Larry,

A "compile error in a hidden module" means there is an error in an
add-in attempting to run when Word starts. Typically these macros are
created by a third-party and are not part of the Word installation.
(They could also be caused by a malfunctioning macro virus as well)

Many third-party applications will create an add-in and place it in
the Office\Startup folder or use a COM add-in (DLL) to integrate their
software with Word. Another common add-in, the "Microsoft Works Suite
Add-in for Word" can only be found in your Add/Remove programs list.

Aside from the Works Suite Add-in, to determine if you have any
add-ins you can check for them using the following:

Go to Tools/Templates and Add-Ins and see if there are any global
templates or add-ins listed. If you find any then chances are they are
located in your Office\Startup folder or Word\Startup folder.

The location of the Word\Startup folder can be found under
Tools/Options/File Locations and the Office\Startup folder will be
located in the installation path for Office.

If you find more than one add-in move them one at a time until you
determine which one is causing the problem.

As of Word 2000, Word can have COM add-ins, those that are added in
via the Registry rather than the Startup folders. To check for COM
add-ins add the "COM Add-In" command to your toolbar.

- Right-click any toolbar and select Customize
- On the Commands tab, select the Tools category
- Locate COM Add-Ins on the right
- Drag/Drop to a location of your choice

For more information on COM Add-Ins, see this article:
http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/Customization/CheckIfAddinsInstalled.htm

For additional troubleshooting steps for errors starting/exiting Word
see this article:
http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/AppErrors/ProbsOpeningWord.htm


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