On this page all known problems related to the BDE database engine will be listed with a possible solution.
BDE Error 2501
Error message: Exception EDBEngineError in module Prdncsrv.exe at “00205166” An error occurred while attempting to initialize the Borland Database Engine (error $2501)
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Possible cause: When this error occurs it is possible you don’t have enough space available.
Solution:
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Control Panel > Open BDE Administrator
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At the left tabs select the configuration tab
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Here select the subitem System > INIT
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In the right view, increase the SHAREDMEMSIZE value from 2048 to 4096.
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Confirm the change with ENTER. For safety, click with the mouse in another field to force the PDC administrator to recognize the change.
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When you close the BDA Administrator, you will be prompted to accept the changes. Confirm this with Yes.
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