In order to compile forms and classes, those files have to be read/write. This is because VFP stores the compiled code in the VCT or SCT. You probably don't have some VCX or SCX files checked out so they are read only on your drive.

>i get the error 'cannot update cursor' whenever i build app, checking recompile all files to yes. I also have a source safe installed.
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>Thanks in advance
>shashi