WWI File Extension

What is WWI file?

Full format name of files that use WWI extension is SAP EHS WWI Document Format. Files with WWI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WWI file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports WWI files is SAP EHS. Software named SAP EHS was created by SAP AG. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WWI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WWI file extension

Programs that can handle WWI files are as follows. WWI files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 08/08/2020

How to open file with WWI extension?

Problems with accessing WWI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with WWI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WWI files.

Step 1. Get the SAP EHS

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WWI files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the SAP EHS developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WWI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download SAP EHS installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit SAP AG website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update SAP EHS to the latest version

You still cannot access WWI files although SAP EHS is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of SAP EHS installed, it may not support WWI format. The latest version of SAP EHS should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate SAP EHS WWI Document Format files with SAP EHS

If you have the latest version of SAP EHS installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WWI on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WWI file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where SAP EHS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WWI files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WWI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select SAP EHS and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WWI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WWI is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WWI file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the WWI file for viruses or malware

If the WWI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the WWI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic WWI file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the WWI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the SAP EHS WWI Document Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open SAP EHS

If the systems has insufficient resources to open WWI files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with SAP EHS WWI Document Format file. It may be the case that the WWI files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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