SPSS version 29 / Mac OS Sonoma Incompatibilty Fix

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SPSS version 29 / Mac OS Sonoma Incompatibilty

Overview

In Fall of 2023, it came to IT's attention that SPSS version 29 is not compatible with the OS Sonoma. 
We have found a quick 'fix' to be able to install SPSS on a Mac running the Sonoma OS

Instructions

You are installing SPSS version 29 on a MacBook using the Sonoma OS: 

You are getting this error/box popping up when trying to open SPSS after the install: 

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Here's how to 'fix' that: 

Click on ok/cancel on the error message to close SPSS. 

Run this install package - SPSS 29.0.x Sonoma Fix (1).pkg

You should now be able to open SPSS version 29 successfully. 

For additional help, please contact the IT Support Services at (412) 365-1112 or submit a ticket (https://services.chatham.edu/ > Submit a Ticket > Computer, Device, and Application Support > General Software Support > Create a Ticket)