Fixing Argument error: VAL

Argument error: VAL is generally caused by conflicting connection methods, for example, if one user connects as Z:\Abacus\ and another user connects as \\Server\Abacus.

All connections to the AbacusLaw by CARET software and database should be the same. We highly recommend having all users connect through a mapped drive and have all workstations use the same letter drive.

To resolve Argument error: VAL, follow these steps on each workstation.

1. Verify that the workstation has a mapped drive to AbacusLaw by CARET.
   
   
   
   
2. Right-click the AbacusLaw by CARET icon on the workstation desktop. Then, click Properties.
   
   
3. The Properties window opens. Select the Shortcut tab. Verify the Target and Start in paths match the mapped drive. Click OK to save any changes and close the window.
   
   
   
   
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the Abacus Accounting icon on the workstation desktop.

IMPORTANT! The procedure must be performed on each workstation.