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"Load Library Failed with error 126: The specified module could not be found.” presents on startup of IBM SPSS product on Windows OS host.

Troubleshooting


Problem

"Load Library Failed with error 126: The specified module could not be found.” presents on startup of IBM SPSS product on Windows OS host

Cause

Multiple causes.

Environment

Windows.

Diagnosing The Problem

"Load Library Failed with error 126: The specified module could not be found.” presents on startup of IBM SPSS product on Windows OS host.

Resolving The Problem

There are multiple responses to this behavior. See the following Microsoft Answers response for details: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-performance/error-loadlibrary-failed-with-error-126-the-module/c5b67473-00f8-4e4a-b8a5-f7f9c619c3d9
Method 1
  1. Update the graphics card drivers: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isnt-working-properly
  2. Check for the issue.
Method 2
  1. Perform a system file checker scan on your computer:  http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833
  2. Check for the issue.
Method 3
  1. Click on Start, click All programs, click Accessories, right click on Command prompt and select Run as administrator.
  2. Type in the following commands and hit enter after each command.
cd /d C:\Windows\System32
copy atioglxx.dll .dll
copy atio6axx.dll .dll
 
Exit the command prompt and check for the issue.

Document Location

Worldwide

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Document Information

Modified date:
26 May 2021

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ibm16195767