Sometimes this error is a result of the GPU rendering failing.
Sometimes the problem isn’t Illustrator or your system—it’s the .AI file itself. A corrupted internal parameter within the file structure can make it un-openable or un-savable.
If none of the above works, provide Adobe Support with: Sometimes this error is a result of the
If you run JavaScript (.jsx) or AppleScript (.scpt) files:
If you cannot save your work due to this error, try these emergency steps: If none of the above works, provide Adobe
Determining if the error is isolated to a specific file or is a global Illustrator problem is crucial.
Export/Save workarounds
If you are actually experiencing this error right now, it is usually tied to , plugin conflicts , or outdated drivers . Try these steps:
Hold Alt + Ctrl + Shift (Windows) or Option + Command + Shift (Mac) while starting Illustrator. If none of the above works