It is possible that sometimes the model file in SAP2000 model files of binary format may get become corrupted due to reasons beyond our control (e.g. network congestion/:
- Network congestion or connectivity issues when saving
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- to a network location
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- Interference from file indexing or anti-virus software
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Files may be recovered through one of the following methods:
- In binary format, open the model backup file
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- , which is the SBK extension
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- automatically created.
- In text format, import the model backup file, which is the $2K extension automatically created.
Each of these backup files should be located with the SDB file, and should reflect the most recently saved model.