Take a look at http://forum.openoffice.org/en/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=45671
Someone here had a similar problem due to an incomplete download. Try reinstalling to be sure you have the full software. You are not subscribed to the list so I have ccd the message to you as you won't see replies that are to the list only. On 20 October 2013 11:03, Michael Cleary <ringolum...@yahoo.co.uk> wrote: > Good morning, > > As I was invited to upgrade to version 4.1, I did so. I am not a computer > expert and struggle with the formulae on my homemade banking spread sheets > but as they were functioning perfectly well before and now every cell shows > an error 509. > > I have spent 2 hours this morning which I really can't afford, and I know > I should try harder but frustration (and bad temper) is setting in, so can > you please advise me as to what has caused (and the remedy please) these > very simple formulae to now be incorrect as they were previously fine. They > are very basic arithmetic formulae, nothing complex at all. > > Sorry to be a pain, > > Very frustrated, > > Mike Cleary -- Ian Ofqual Accredited IT Qualifications <https://theingots.org/community/faq#7.0> Headline points in the 2014 and 2015 school league tables www.theINGOTs.org +44 (0)1827 305940 The Learning Machine Limited, Reg Office, Unit 4D Gagarin, Lichfield Road Industrial Estate, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7GN. Reg No: 05560797, Registered in England and Wales.