> Engine Code : 335544835
> Engine Message :
> Target shutdown mode is invalid for database "C:\<Path>\xxx.FDB"
>
> The message is the same for any of the three shut down modes.
>
> I then replaced the successful call to Service::StartBackup with a
> call to Service::Shutdown. I figured if the function would support a
> backup, it would probably work for Service::Shutdown. Same error.
>
> I can feel Helen becoming irritated by this discussion of IBPP in
> the Firebird support forum from the other side of the world, and I'm
> sorry. But I'm desperate to get this going.
>
> Thanks again for all the assistance.
>
> Larry

curious, since when using embedded, you have successfully locked any other
potential user from getting access to your data file. Why are you trying to
shut it down?
Alan