Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\AppCompatFlags\Layers] "C:\\Program Files (x86)\\AutoData\\AutoData.exe"="RUNASADMIN" Yes, but error 345 is more common on Windows 11 due to stricter default permissions. Use Solutions 1 and 2. Conclusion The require-administrator-privileges-autodata-345 error is a classic example of modern Windows security clashing with legacy or deeply integrated automotive software. While the error message may seem cryptic, the fix is usually straightforward: run the software as an administrator, adjust folder permissions, or temporarily lower UAC.
For workshop owners, investing 15 minutes to configure AutoData correctly on each diagnostic PC will save hours of technician frustration and lost productivity. Always ensure that your AutoData installation is up to date, installed outside of Program Files if possible, and paired with a dedicated user account that has explicit administrative rights over the application’s working directories. require-administrator-privileges-autodata-345
Introduction In the world of automotive diagnostics, AutoData is an industry-standard software used by mechanics, workshops, and technicians worldwide for technical data, wiring diagrams, and repair procedures. However, like many powerful Windows-based applications, it is not immune to permission-related execution errors. Windows Registry Editor Version 5