Java Virtual Machine & SPSS 18

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Java Virtual Machine & SPSS 18

Hi,

I'm getting the following error from SPSS 18.0.3 when I try to run descriptive statistics: Could not start Java Virtual Machine. Chart will not be drawn".

I need charts for my grad school assignment. I've never had this issue before, and since I've install the most recent patch, I think it must be an operating system error.

Any idea how to get SPSS to recognize/link up with JVM?

I have no idea how this works, so I need help!

Macbook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.4)

Posted on Oct 23, 2010 1:24 PM

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Answer 1

baltwo

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Oct 23, 2010 1:30 PM in response to thewests

Search first, then post: http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=12465029

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thewests Author

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Oct 23, 2010 1:41 PM in response to baltwo

I saw that, but I don't even understand the language used because I'm not a techie. I need simple steps on how to fix.

Thanks!

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baltwo

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Oct 23, 2010 2:41 PM in response to thewests

There are no simple steps. Follow those in http://hints.macworld.com/article.php?story=20100123192950640, complain to SPSS for not updating their stuff, or revert back to an installation that has the old version.

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Answer 4

Oct 25, 2010 8:03 PM in response to baltwo

Not really helpful attitude baltwo.

I've got a fix if you still need it.

I'm running PASW 18.0 and had the same issue generating charts after I updated apples java with the latest update.

drop me your email addy thewests if you still need a fix and I'll send across a file you'll need to get you back up and running.

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baltwo

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Oct 25, 2010 11:09 PM in response to dukedinger

Not helpful that I provide information to fish, but don't offer lunch? Bah!

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pieter78

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Oct 26, 2010 12:56 AM in response to dukedinger

I also cannot solve the problem. Tried changing jvmcfg.ini with this new VM location info ( http://bit.ly/9uVp8D) but without success, I cannot draw graphs.

Would like to try your fix, if possible.

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statgirl

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Oct 26, 2010 6:39 AM in response to dukedinger

Hi there,

I am having the same problem and have raised a case with SPSS regarding this. Still no response from them yet and am desperate to get my SPSS back up and running.

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a brody

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Oct 26, 2010 6:58 AM in response to thewests

The problem is, if you updated to Java Update 3 by Apple from Software Update or otherwise, you will not be able to use the Java engine on SPSS. Open a case number with SPSS tech support. There is a fix in the works, that is not yet available for direct download.

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bear123

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Oct 28, 2010 9:59 AM in response to dukedinger

Hi dukedinger!

I would like to see your fix. how can I get it?

hb

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me_101

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Oct 30, 2010 3:54 PM in response to dukedinger

Hey dukedinger, I'm having the same problem...I have PASW 18.0 and am unable to draw graphs. I'd really like the fix that you have as well, but your e-mail address is not listed here. How can I contact you to get it?

Thank you

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a brody

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Oct 31, 2010 7:07 AM in response to thewests

If you list your e-mail address here, do not use the @ symbol. It is a publicly accessible forum, meaning the internet bots may grab it and send it to a spammer for use.

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Answer 12

Oct 31, 2010 2:17 PM in response to dukedinger

Hi Dukedinger, could I also have the patch you mention? I've had the exact same problem and none of the fixes offered seem helpful.

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jdnewman

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Oct 31, 2010 5:32 PM in response to dukedinger

hi dukedinger

saw your helpful offer on the apple discussion forum - i recently encountered the same issue and was hoping it would auto-resolve itself. alas.

would you mind sending me the file you've mentioned?

much appreciated

jonathan

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Answer 14

Nov 1, 2010 1:41 AM in response to dukedinger

Hey,

I am facing the same issue... would you mind sending me the file as well?

my e-mail:
rese(a)sensemail.ch

Thank you. you would save my day

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Jonas69

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Nov 1, 2010 3:19 AM in response to reese1985

Hej! (Swedish),
am also facing the same problem and would very much appreciate if you could send me the patch file (solution for my problem I hope) to:
jonasludvigsson(at)yahoo.com

best regards, Jonas Ludvigsson, Sweden

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