Tuesday, December 17, 2013

How to Fix Error Message 5 Failed to Execute Target Process


1. Open the Windows File Explorer by depressing the 'Windows + E' keys simultaneously.
2. Locate the executable file that is generating Error Message 5. For most programs, the executable will be located in the 'Program Files/Program Name' subdirectory of your computer's local drive.
3. Right click the executable file that is generating the error.
4. Click the 'General' menu tab on the program's properties menu and choose the 'Security' section of the tab.
5. Click the 'Unblock' menu button that is located under the 'Advanced' menu tab, followed by the 'Apply' button. Error Message 5 will no longer be generated when trying to open or run the file.