Sage 100 Error “1706 No valid source could be found”

Description

Error: “1706 No valid source could be found for product XXX.” Occurs when installing Workstation Setup for Sage MAS 90 or 200 through a Mapped Drive.

Disclaimer

Use caution when working with the below product functionality. Always create a backup of your data before proceeding with advanced solutions.

Cause

• One or more Windows component(s) may be damaged on the specific workstation.
• The Windows Installer may be damaged on the workstation’s Operating System (OS).
• The user logged into the system does not have the correct permissions to access the Mapped Drive.
• Mapped Drive has disconnected or the network link is broken.

Resolution

• Starting the installation through a UNC path instead of a Mapped Drive.
• Log in as the appropriate user with the correct permissions.
• Reinstall the operating system
• Use Windows installation cleaner utility
• reference Microsoft Article ID: 299803

Support

If necessary, seek the assistance of Acute Data Systems to help provide assistance with this process.