3ds Max File Archive Failed Code 4 ((better)) -

Corrupt Files or Data: The file you're trying to archive might be corrupted, or there could be corrupted data within the file that's preventing the archiving process.

  1. Open a fresh 3ds Max session.
  2. Go to File > Import > Merge.
  3. Select your problematic .max file.
  4. Click All to select all objects, then OK.
  5. Try to Save As (rename the file) and then Archive.

After investigating various user reports and forums, we've identified some common causes of this error: 3ds max file archive failed code 4

If the file path of any asset or the final archive exceeds the Windows 256-character limit, the archive will fail. Special Characters: Characters like Corrupt Files or Data : The file you're