I upgraded to macOS Sonoma and SPSS will not open.
I had SPSS 26 installed and now it doesn't work
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.14
The new IBM patch (called an Interim Fix or IF hotlink on their website) only is for Version 29.
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If you upgraded to macOS Sonoma, and your SPSS 26 software is no longer working, it's possible that the upgrade may have caused compatibility issues. Here are some steps you can take to try and resolve the issue:
- Check for SPSS Updates: Start by checking if there are any updates or patches available for SPSS 26 that are compatible with macOS Sonoma. Software developers often release updates to ensure compatibility with new operating systems.
- Compatibility Mode: You can try running SPSS 26 in compatibility mode. To do this, locate the SPSS application in your Applications folder, right-click on it, and select "Get Info." In the Info window, check the box that says "Open in Rosetta." This will run SPSS using the Rosetta 2 translation layer, which can help with compatibility on M1 Macs.
- Contact IBM Support: If you can't find an update for SPSS 26 that works with macOS Sonoma, consider reaching out to IBM SPSS support. They may have information or solutions for running SPSS on the latest macOS.
- Upgrade to SPSS 28: Another option would be to upgrade to a more recent version of SPSS that is officially compatible with macOS Sonoma (or whichever macOS version you are using). Newer versions are more likely to have better compatibility with the latest operating systems.
- Consider Virtualization: If SPSS 26 continues to have issues, you can consider running it in a virtualized environment. Tools like Parallels Desktop or VMware Fusion allow you to run Windows on your Mac, and you can install SPSS for Windows within the virtual machine.
- Dual Boot with Windows: If you have a genuine Windows license, you could set up a dual-boot system on your Mac, allowing you to boot into Windows when you need to use SPSS.
- Seek Community Help: Sometimes, other users may have encountered and solved similar issues. Check online SPSS user communities or forums for advice and solutions specific to your problem.
- Backup and Reinstall: As a last resort, you could consider backing up your data and performing a clean install of macOS Sonoma. Sometimes, this can resolve compatibility issues, but it's a more drastic step and should only be done after exhausting other options.
Remember to back up your data before making significant changes to your system or attempting a clean install. It's also important to verify the official system requirements and compatibility of your software with the macOS version you are using.
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Look into boot camping your Mac if it allows you to, I'm not sure which models are the cutoff for this feature. I did this with windows and then downloaded SPSS on that (you can download the Microsoft ISO for the bootcamp from their website which is free and I think it has instructions). My SPSS came with two computer locations, if yours just came with one you will have to buy another one but it's the only solution I found.
In case you don't have IBM's developer account to download this essential fix, you can find the direct link to download this interim fix here: https://ak-delivery04-mul.dhe.ibm.com/sdfdl/v2/sar/CM/IM/0bq2i/1/Xa.2/Xb.jusyLTSp44S03cPwAzVaWFtZfjix1cg1NIurT2zxPUXRrtA8e63ws9lScYY/Xc.CM/IM/0bq2i/1/29.0.1.0-IM-S29STATC-MAC-IF001.zip/Xd./Xf.LPR.F1az/Xg.12508146/Xi.habanero/XY.habanero/XZ.4B3Loi020KB7rEh2yvwBIL4YfCf1hnrM/29.0.1.0-IM-S29STATC-MAC-IF001.zip?_gl=1*38mfg*_ga*MTMwODAxNzAxMy4xNjk2OTEzNTA5*_ga_FYECCCS21D*MTY5NjkxMzUwOC4xLjEuMTY5NjkxNDM2Ni4wLjAuMA..
I have the same problem - the readme.text file in the patch I downloaded today specifies a folder that does not exist for V29.
Oh, I just saw the comment to Right Clock on the Statistics App to see the hidden folders. And I found the lib folder. I moved over the downloaded fix file ("libplatep.dylib"). But now after that final step as instructed - It still won't open - just has the same popup window asking for a local server.
You may need to have the current version of Java software installed first to then download the IBM SPSS interim fix code. Also, there are three versions of the fix code from IBM do you should match the version number to your version of SPSS V29
SPSS 29 has issues on Sonoma too, so your SPSS 26 is already in the weeds for version currency.
It was version 29. Download the fix from IBM. Then click on SPSS app but don’t open it. Option click on it and open contents. Find the folder called lib and paste in the file from IBM.
Look for VirginiaSlimm and follow those instructions. It worked for me once I did that on version 29.
i just update my Java
IBM has released a patch for SPSS 29 - Mac OS Sonoma problem. You can download the patch with your developer account. SPSS 29.0.1.0 version worked fine with this patch.
Did you figure out how to open SPSS with IOS 14? I'm completely screwed if I can't get it open.
Neither SPSS version 28 nor 29 works with Sonoma. It cannot connect to the server.
Do you think it's something they will fix in the IMB side? Or do I need to get a different version of SPSS?
There is a new patch for SPSS 29 released by IBM - for Mac OS Sonoma problem. You can download the patch with your developer account. Fix Pack: 29.0.1.0-IM-S29STATC-MAC-IF001
Look for Virginiaslimmms comment and follow the instruction cos mine started working after I did what they suggested
I upgraded to macOS Sonoma and SPSS will not open.