How to Download and Repair Crm.dat (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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crm.dat, also known as a Game Data file, was created by Magix Software GmbH for the development of MAGIX Music Maker 2020. DAT files fall under under the ZIP (Game Data) file type category.

The initial introduction of crm.dat released in MAGIX Music Maker 2020 was for Windows 10 on 07/01/2019. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Magix Software GmbH.

Please see below for more detailed information, DAT file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of crm.dat.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: crm.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
MIME Type: application/zip
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: MAGIX Music Maker 2020
Developer: Magix Software GmbH
Software: MAGIX Music Maker
Software Version: 2020
File Details
Zip Compressed Size: 298
Zip Compression: Deflated
Zip CRC: 0xe2887bdd
Zip File Name: crm.ini
Zip Modify Date: 2019:11:06 05:22:28
Zip Required Version: 20
Zip Uncompressed Size: 401


What are crm.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library crm.dat Errors

crm.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like crm.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like OneDriveSetup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. MAGIX Music Maker) could share the same crm.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when crm.dat is attempted to be loaded either when MAGIX Music Maker is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common crm.dat errors include:

Your crm.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with MAGIX Music Maker), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, crm.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading MAGIX Music Maker, system crash while loading crm.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix crm.dat Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your crm.dat issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the crm.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed MAGIX Music Maker (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling MAGIX Music Maker software.

You can uninstall MAGIX Music Maker software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for MAGIX Music Maker 2020 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall MAGIX Music Maker software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

MAGIX Music Maker 2020

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many crm.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the crm.dat error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your crm.dat File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate crm.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free crm.dat files for every applicable version of MAGIX Music Maker. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download crm.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate MAGIX Music Maker folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\MAGIX\mm28\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve crm.dat problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download crm.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying crm.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Magix Software GmbH typically does not release MAGIX Music Maker DAT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing crm.dat and all other DAT files for MAGIX Music Maker. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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