Persistent 'Unable to update the evaluation time' error popup in SketchUp 2014

Users of SketchUp 2014 (Make and basic versions) are encountering a recurring popup error: 'Unable to update the evaluation time. Make sure that C:\ProgramData\SketchUp\SketchUp 2014\SketchUp14.lf is writable.' This error appears frequently during normal use, disrupting workflow and concentration, even though file permissions appear correct. The issue persists across different machines and configurations, and no reliable fix has been found.

SketchUp Extension WarehouseUpdated 3h ago0.17

Pain score

0.17/ 1.00 · weighted product of four components

Reach0.73

distinct authors (log-normalized)

Recency1.00

freshness decay, half-life months

Engagement0.81

upvotes + comments, normalized

Monetization0.25

willingness-to-pay cues in evidence

§ Evidence — 3 verified quotes

From time to time a pop up appears on my computer. It says: Unable to update the evaluation time. Make sure that C:\ProgramData\SketchUp\SketchUp 2014\SketchUp14.lf is writable.

Forum·@valeriya_sergeeva111·Sep 18, 2014·source ↗

After every few clicks while using Sketchup 2014 (basic, not Pro) I get this error message: Unable to update the evaluation time. Make sure that C:\ProgramData\SketchUp 2014\SketchUp14.lf is writable.

Forum·@Falomain·Aug 19, 2014·source ↗

I have checked the file’s attributes and permissions and everything looks fine.

Forum·@Falomain·Aug 19, 2014·source ↗

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