Dear Avenue Programmers, Unfortynately I cannot wtrite anything new in this summary. PurgeObjects works in some cases but in some doesn't. Therefore, I would suggest to use system request to remove nasty databases: DeleteString = "command.com /c del /q" ++ thePathToDbf System.Execute(DeleteString), despite the fact that they will be still existing somewhere in the project's memory. When you open the project next time, you encounter the file selector asking for the 'lost' files. Nevertheless, it's enough to click 'Cancel all' button. Thak you for all your replies, Yours sincerely Krzysztof Kochanek