Word Cannot Complete the Save Due to a File Permission Error [Solution]

Word Cannot Complete the Save Due to a File Permission Error [Solution]

Microsoft Word is a very popular word processor, but while saving a Word file, you might encounter an error that says, "Word cannot complete the save due to a file permission error." The issue mainly appears when you try to save a file copied from an external source.

It may sound scary at first, especially if you have saved progress on the line. Fortunately, it's pretty easy to get rid of the error message.

Issues addressed in this tutorial:
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Users mainly encounter this type of error when the file they’re trying to save is read-only. If it’s from a different author than the current user, that can also cause this problem. This can be easily fixed by changing file ownership and editing privileges as an administrator.

But what if this is not the case? Check out our comprehensive guide with all the main causes and best fixes for when Word can’t complete the save due to a file permission error.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.