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inquisitore
Copper Contributor
Aug 18, 2025

Alert - external linkn

Hi all, I'm using Windows 11 version 24H2, and whenever I launch Microsoft Project Pro 2019  (with an auto-macro enabled), I get the following warning, in english it sounds like: "This project cont...
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Ignacio_Martin
Iron Contributor
Aug 18, 2025

Hello Inquisitore

Many times, the warning comes from a residual link in the metadata, try the following:

Save the file as Project XML (.xml).

Close Project.

Open the newly saved XML.

Save again as .mpp.

This process usually "cleans up" invisible or broken links.

I hope you find it helpful.

Ignacio

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inquisitore
Copper Contributor
Aug 19, 2025

No it does not work, the project is without tasks, I erased all tasks to check if problem persists.

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    John-project
    Silver Contributor
    Aug 19, 2025

    Inquisitore,

    I thought Ignacio had a great suggestion, sorry it didn't work.

    I have the same configuration you have,  but for reference, what is your version of Project? The latest is: version 2507 (Build 19029.20184). If that is not your version I suggest you update.

    I take it you can open the file, you just get the unfriendly message. Is that correct? If so, open the file and go to, developer > Code group > Visual Basic. In the VBE window open the Project Explorer and double click on "ThisProject (name)". Does anything appear in the code window? If so, select and delete it.

    If necessary, would you be able to send me your file? I can give you m

    John

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