What Can I Do To Stop Adobe Illustrator Error?

[linomileto7]

I get the error message when try to open a saved .ai file
"The file is damaged and could not be repaired."
I have tried doing ADOBE'S workaround of "placing" the original file into a new file to no avail.
Does anyone know why this might be happening?

[Buenchico]

Have you tried the other suggested methods?
https://helpx.adobe.com/illustrator/kb/troubleshoot-damaged-illustrator-files.html

This also offers to fix the problem for you but I know nothing about it, so download with care! (i.e. if you're offered any 'extras', such as toolbars, ensure that you decline. Also scan the file with your anti-virus software and run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware after installing it). However the few reviews I can find for it suggests that's both safe and effective:
http://www.illustratorrecoverytoolbox.com/how-to-recover-ai-file.html

[Gromit]

If you have Creative Suite, CS, then try opening it using Acrobat.

Are you on a PC or a Mac?

[enomoto]

Maybe try repairing permissions, restart, and try to open the files. This might work. Also u can repair illustrator file owing Illustrator Fix Toolbox I found it here
https://www.fixtoolbox.com/illustratorfix.html