The "Crashing when saving" problem

[M48A5]

Where did you install FO3Edit and FO3MasterUpdate.\? And, did you create FO3Master Restore? If any of these programs are installed in the Program Files, you will have a problem with the Windows UAC. Also, how many, if any, .esp files are you trying to update?

[darkfox85]

Where did you install FO3Edit and FO3MasterUpdate.\?

 

I’ve tried it both outside and within my fallout 3 directory. They’re currently in the latter; the same place as Fallout 3.exe

 

And, did you create FO3Master Restore?

 

It’s right there with the other two files. I’ve tried it without the master restore as both part 3.4 of the F3Edit manual and the other guide don’t seem to indicate that it’s necessary for the process of “modding up.” And I’m freaking determined to fix this error if it kills me!

 

If any of these programs are installed in the Program Files, you will have a problem with the Windows UAC.

 

Hmm. Sounds serious. I actually started outside program files, but moved to within because that seemed like a more clear and effective way. It’s possible something’s going wrong. I’ll move out again and see if anything changes:

 

Nope. Still flash and gone. Although this time it automatically created a notepad log entitled “FO3Edit_log.”

 

FO3Edit 3.0.24 EXPERIMENTAL starting session 2012-11-15 16:30:10

Using Fallout3 Data Path: D:\Program Files\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 3 goty\Data\

Using ini: D:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\My Games\Fallout3\Fallout.ini

Using settings file: D:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Application Data\Fallout3\Plugins.fo3viewsettings

Loading active plugin list: D:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Application Data\Fallout3\Plugins.txt

 

It seems to be in order to me.

 

Also, how many, if any, .esp files are you trying to update?

 

Two. One my mod, and the other the merged patch for it.

 

Now I’m nervous. This is turning into an emotional rollercoaster! Why do we do it?

[Valahul]

For one thing.. it also modifies save game files.. you should have them in "Documents\My Games\Fallout3" . Are they there? Edited November 15, 2012 by Valahul

[darkfox85]

For one thing.. it also modifies save game files.. you should have them in "Documents\My Games\Fallout3" . Are they there?

 

Yeah my saved games are all in My Documents\My Games\Fallout3\Saves.

[darkfox85]

Update: okay it seems to work now.

 

I think I fixed it when I manually changed my esp to a esm. The file doesn’t say it’s an esm but what screw it; the damn thing finally works.

 

I’ve played it for a few hours and I’ve got auto save turned off and I daren’t quick save in case the game is reminded it hates me. I menu save new files and never overwrite. It takes some getting used to.

 

But playing the game I can just feel myself waiting for the next big error. Hell, I’ve probably jinxed it by typing “everything’s okay.”

See you in a few hours.

 

But thanks for your patience. Kudos to all.

[Valahul]

I think you should try to fix your FO3Edit.. this isn't normal. :|