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Unable to Edit Certain Fields
I have two different projects that I am working on. When I open project 1, I am able to make edits, add tasks, etc. as normal. When I open project 2 I am unable to make any edits except for start/finish dates and predecessors. For example, if I attempt to add a new task and give it a name the cell becomes blank and nothing appears when typed. The same issue occurs when editing fields such as duration, resource, notes. If I then go back to project 1 I will encounter the same issue as project 2.
I am not sure what could have changed as I have not opened either project in over a month. Both projects are saved to a local hard drive so I am the only person with access.
Thank you in advance.
- Shawn --
Ouch. I have never run into bizarre behavior like this. I would suspect that your installation of Microsoft Project is damaged. I would recommend you try running a repair on the tool to see if this resolves the problem. Hope this helps.Dale_HowardMVP Forgive my ignorance, but would I go about running a repair tool on the project?
- Shawn --
No need to apologize, my friend. Go to the Control Panel and run the repair on your copy of Microsoft Project to see if that resolves the problem. I should have been more clear in my previous reply to you. Let us know if this helps.
- Shawn_Lord,
The only thing that comes close to behavior like this popped up several versions ago. I think it was resolved but it's easy to check. Go to File > Options > Advanced group > Edit. Make sure the option to "Edit directly in cell" is checked. Why this option even exists I have no idea. If the option is already checked in your version, then I'd go with Dale's sage advice.
John
