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# Error Saving Project - This project could not be saved

## Issue:

My file is taking a long time to save.

When I try to save my file, I get the error: "Error Saving Project - This project could not be saved".

## Applies to:

* nTop

## Cause:

We are currently investigating the cause of this error, but it may be due to saving on a shared network drive.

## Solution:

We are still investigating this issue, but if this error happens, we recommend trying to save your file on the Desktop. If you are unable to do so, you may need to re-do the file or open it from a backup save (turned on in Settings).

## Keywords:

*error help slow could not be issue project saving saved hours long*