Error when starting Windows AV Client

If you see this error when starting the AV Client on Windows OS, then there is a permissions issue for the "4D Connection" file in the AV Client folder. This is a file that the AV Client uses to store the IP Address of the AV Server.

See below for instructions on how to stop the error from appearing.

Error Message

Error message

Set permissions to read/write

Open Windows Explorer and navigate to this directory: C:\Program Files\AcctVantage ERP 2025 Client\

Right-click on the folder to see the Properties window.

Windows Explorer example

In the folder Properties window, highlight the account(s) that will need the updated permission. Typically this only needs to be done for "Users" but could also be other groups or users, depending on how you're logging into Windows.

You should see missing permissions for Full Control, Modify and Write. Click the Edit button to fix this.

Folder properties 1

Once again, highlight the account(s) that will need the updated permission. Check the permission for Full Control, then click Apply, then click OK to save.

Edit permissions

If done correctly, you will see all of the permissions are now enabled. Click OK to finish.

Folder properties fixed