Re: The sims 4 Cannot start because of missing or damaged data
by budgetmiaOriginal Post
Does the folder get re-created for you each time ? What's your OS ?
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Crin
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Then it might be a permission problem for you. The error also occurs if there's problems accessing the folder.
Since you're on a mac, I suggest you post in the mac forum: http://answers.ea.com/t5/The-Sims-Mac/bd-p/The-Sims-Mac for better help.
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Crin
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You don't have to reinstall the game.
Are you using custom content ?
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Crin
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Please only contact me via PM when asked to do so.
Important Threads
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Are you using custom content ?
Good Luck
Crin
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- Been asked for a save ? Here's instructions: How to provide your save game (Post #7)
I am having the same issue. But, I know it's Sims 4 Cats And Dogs that is causing it. When I uninstalled Origin and my Game, it downloaded most of the packs, and I went into the game just fine. However, as it tried to download Sims 4 Cats and Dogs, it said on screen "Download Failed" and wouldn't let me open the Sims 4.
It'd come up with an error message: "Unable to start: Cannot start because required game data is missing or damaged. Please repair or reinstall the game via origin."
However, I already Repaired and Uninstalled the Game. If there is anything anyone can do, I'd appreciate it.
Thanks 
