So I finally got some motivation to work on a world, but of course, nothing likes to ever work on my computer, and caw isn't an exception. I wasn't sure if i should put this here or in the help center so I hope this is fine. anyways, this is what the error looks like:Sims 3 Create A World Tool - Beta Has Crashed! Exception information: Attempted to read or write protected memory. This is often a indication that other memory is corrupt. I did both large address aware fixes and insufficient memory fixes, but neither did anything. (id link them, but it wont let me post links, sorry.)any advice? I have windows 7 btw. specs can be given upon request.

Hi :)When did this happen- While in CAW/EIG/Saving/Opening? My advice is to save before you use the Terrain paints and right after. *Actually, Save after a few minutes or when you have something you really like- a mountain range, a beach just so.... This seems to happen to me when I paint a little too much or remove some paint a little too much. Which is only considered too much to the program. :)

It makes me think it's your computer which can't handle it. What are the specs of your computer?

Hi @AppelKat :)My reply was from awhile ago- before I knew about the update and it breaking CAW. Or at least I believe that's what's going on now for so many with the downloaded games.Did your game update through Origin? *Your English is perfect compared to my Dutch. :cookie:

I'm also having this problem while opening CAW! Now I cant finish my project! :s

I'm having the exact same problem! Driving me mad! Had a new game computer since last week.. windows 10.. downloaded my game (for the first time) with origin.. used to install with cd's.. cant seem to open caw without crashing.. does anyone please know a solution for this? *dutch here as well ;) sorry for the english :)

CAW crash - Attempted to read or write protected memory

Rflong7
Rising Vanguard
9 years ago
Hi :)

When did this happen- While in CAW/EIG/Saving/Opening?

My advice is to save before you use the Terrain paints and right after. *Actually, Save after a few minutes or when you have something you really like- a mountain range, a beach just so....

This seems to happen to me when I paint a little too much or remove some paint a little too much. Which is only considered too much to the program. :)
Rflong7
Rising Vanguard
9 years ago
It makes me think it's your computer which can't handle it. What are the specs of your computer?
Rflong7
Rising Vanguard
9 years ago
Hi @AppelKat :)

My reply was from awhile ago- before I knew about the update and it breaking CAW. Or at least I believe that's what's going on now for so many with the downloaded games.

Did your game update through Origin?

*Your English is perfect compared to my Dutch. :cookie:
MW_thesims3
9 years ago
I'm also having this problem while opening CAW! Now I cant finish my project! :s
DeLadysigner
9 years ago
I'm having the exact same problem! Driving me mad! Had a new game computer since last week.. windows 10.. downloaded my game (for the first time) with origin.. used to install with cd's.. cant seem to open caw without crashing.. does anyone please know a solution for this?

*dutch here as well ;) sorry for the english :)
Rflong7
Rising Vanguard
9 years ago
"@LefLady;14413074" wrote:
I'm having the exact same problem! Driving me mad! Had a new game computer since last week.. windows 10.. downloaded my game (for the first time) with origin.. used to install with cd's.. cant seem to open caw without crashing.. does anyone please know a solution for this?

*dutch here as well ;) sorry for the english :)

Hi :)

Maxis updated TS3 to only open with Origin and this new update is not compatible with CAW.

I am not sure if you will have to uninstall all of TS3 and then install from your disks- before 2012 and go Social. Don't let the game update but use the Cumulative update here- http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/175477.page

Then reinstall CAW- make sure to backup (save) all your CAW/Game stuff in your Documents folder. :)
Godspeed2
9 years ago
Has anyone figured a solution or workaround? My base game and all my expansions are tied to origin and I don't have any physical copies. This is bothering me a lot because CAW is the only reason I got into this game.
srHz86
9 years ago
"Impakt;14441857" wrote:
Has anyone figured a solution or workaround? My base game and all my expansions are tied to origin and I don't have any physical copies. This is bothering me a lot because CAW is the only reason I got into this game.

If you had the base game and all your expansions/stuff packs installed, and patched to 1.67 prior to being patched to 1.69, you can try what I did. I had a separate issue with a Windows 10 security update, and uninstalled then reinstalled everything only to realise I had the patch. I used system restore to go back to a point before I did this and I was back at 1.67.

I don't know if it only worked because of how I went about this, but it's worth a try if CAW is something you don't want to give up for the time being.
Rflong7
Rising Vanguard
9 years ago
"@Chocoholiclady85;14478309" wrote:
KatyFernlily....Where exactly on the General Discussion forum? There is tons there and it would sure help to know exactly where the answers are located. Thanks!

Hi :)

http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/868889/update-to-sims-3-on-origin-caw/p1
CoolGamerTuber
9 years ago
I tried to uninstall sims 3 from origin and redownload it from a spare Sims 3 disk, I got from a Showtime case. Then I didn't download any patches, Custom Content, Store Items, or Expansions.

I'm still getting the same "Attempted to read or protected memory" message, and now, his new friend; the "The Sims 3 Game Data not found".

I'm losing hope. I haven't been able to use CAW for weeks. My South American city theme is doomed. :(