It’s a strange case, as users who encountered this error were previously able to open their documents. However, you get locked out after some time, and Word won’t open. Stay tuned as we uncover ways to bypass this error.
Why is Microsoft Word telling me I don’t have access privileges?
There are several reasons why you may be getting this message. The following are some of the most common:
Unsupported format – You may be trying to open a document in an incompatible format. Not enough permissions – If you’re trying to access a file in a folder that requires administrative privileges with a local account, you may get the folder access denied message. Inaccessible location – If the file is stored in a network location that isn’t available from your computer, you’ll get this error message when you try to open the document. File changes – If you were not the original owner of the file, the document’s owner may have unshared it and revoked access permissions. Antivirus settings – Some antivirus software have file protection features. These can prevent you from opening the file if it is listed in the protected folder. Corrupt file – If your document is corrupt or damaged, it could cause Word to display the user does not have access privileges message.
How do I fix user does not have access privileges?
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If you are trying to open a file from an external drive, ensure the drive is connected. Ensure that a password or a read-only attribute does not protect the file. Check antivirus exceptions. Some security software may prevent Word from opening, so check whether the file is in a folder that is automatically protected by your antivirus. Ensure you’re using an administrator account, as local accounts may have limited access to some files and folders. Try opening the file with another program. This will let you know whether it is protected. Copy files to another location/drive. If the file was on your hard drive, move it to another location on another drive if available. Finally, try restarting your PC. This could clear any temporary glitches preventing you from accessing the file.
1. Change file permissions
2. Change deny permissions
3. Delete personal information
4. Change Inherit from parent entries
Other Word-related issues include an error where Word has unreadable content, so be sure to check out our detailed article on how to address such problems. We also have answers for when you have trouble editing in Word in our comprehensive guide. Let us know of any additional thoughts or comments you may have on this issue.
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