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Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing msimain.sdb files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent msimain.sdb file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

msimain.sdb file OpenOffice Base Database. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of msimain.sdb related errors on your device. You can also download msimain.sdb file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename msimain.sdb
File extension SDB
Type Database
Description OpenOffice Base Database
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 2965718
Oldest file 2008-04-14
Latest file 2017-03-18
msimain.sdb

There are various types of errors related to msimain.sdb file. msimain.sdb file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to msimain.sdb file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • msimain.sdb is corrupted
  • msimain.sdb cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - msimain.sdb
  • msimain.sdb file error
  • msimain.sdb file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register msimain.sdb file:
  • msimain.sdb file could not be loaded
  • msimain.sdb file doesn't exist

msimain.sdb

Error

Application could not be started because msimain.sdb file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

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Problems related to msimain.sdb can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing msimain.sdb file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

msimain.sdb file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with msimain.sdb file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to msimain.sdb file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of msimain.sdb or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to msimain.sdb file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the msimain.sdb file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the msimain.sdb file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the msimain.sdb file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace msimain.sdb file

The last solution is to manually download and replace msimain.sdb file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded msimain.sdb file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of msimain.sdb file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your msimain.sdb file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows 10
File size 2965718 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 86700a7de8558e37d2be8bdc9d620908
SHA1 40c1f883f9b0993dd61e6b78661c82174cf013c2
SHA256 3739f5dd2ccbd499a92e88212b37e6eb5799947172560e8e5e79761b6d1f0b2d
CRC32 75e2a4ef
Example file location C:\Windows\AppPatch\
Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows 8.1
File size 2727022 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 7fbaea8fd4cadec025bffc6840ef290a
SHA1 ec48bb7165bd7aada4ff302f0a4d90aaf47d56c8
SHA256 624d9a4be39b29514dc33a0e1e06464e26611501fd2708678ad8731339ba64ed
CRC32 017dfab5
Example file location C:\Windows\AppPatch\
Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows 8
File size 2688436 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 f6207d0aa543062db5d8fb5a88e5f09b
SHA1 5c17bde353d9e7fa056e1602e1cacb295d22dc04
SHA256 232d004810e4ebfffcd33053e5dd7d74b553a92c5434b13e7744cfed90ce6143
CRC32 6f157adb
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\AppPatch\
Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows 7
File size 1764066 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 eff238d014b8357147503fb4209652c5
SHA1 b9b73c566fe7e218716b537a3f5cb5640c1ebbc8
SHA256 05350264cf946a214b8323ccafb694798d3b60241f63310c63cdefe73d93bd69
CRC32 f332a8d3
Example file location C:\Windows\AppPatch\
Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows Vista
File size 1613038 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 e4d96b3043067342b9a5c020f4a799ca
SHA1 dd72da8ed2fd6528606aebbf93b87a80ec169091
SHA256 06743e3ec31a6ed7c319107210798de2316b7a95fc1fcaf6e438c6807d7c260c
CRC32 8b77ccc1
Example file location C:\Windows\AppPatch\
Filename msimain.sdb
System Windows XP
File size 204396 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 7dd67ab49879d9a2c53488126002d47e
SHA1 6f610c3a41f2426159afa0ae4b66cc171b9d0c4f
SHA256 389c5ed2f1f3ecbd6b6b65df2e0d91c4a97d79e152844703a4450c5428e05d70
CRC32 ca18568e
Example file location ---