#ccmerged

[thesims3help]

CCMerged file - What does it do and where to get it?

CCMerged is a file containing all necessary XML data for all Store Content Sims 3 offers. It's consisted of all data necessary to make Premium Store Content work. The file itself holds data for any store content that will introduce new: buffs (moodlets), skills, recipes, plants, ingredients.

The file can be found in the following location(s):

C:\Users\[User]\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\DCBackup

C:\Users\[User]\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Mods\Overrides*

C:\Users\[User]\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Mods\Packages*

*If you have the Mods folder installed and presumably using Store Fixes for your content, it is advised to put a copy of CCMerged in both "Overrides" and "Packages" folders within Mods folder.

In cases where newly installed Store content items will provide no interactions (ie. clicking on a Premium object doesn't have any interactions popping out), it is advised to re-download the CCMerged file and place it into the aforementioned folders and [clearing cache] after that. While getting this file isn't always the solution to fixing lack of interactions, it is fine to replace this file in case of corruption or missing XML data.

NonaSims has created two wonderful guides on CCMerged, one of which contains the download link to her CCMerged file:

CCMerged.zip [Mediafire download] - taken from NonaSims, also present in the second guide.

What is the ccmerged? by NonaSims

DCBackup, ccmerged.package and Your Premium Content Items, by NonaSims (CCMerged download link at the bottom). + Contains list of Premium items affected by non-working CCMerged file.

[nonasims]

Quantum Power Pack Issues

Many people are experiencing issues with the Quantum Power Pack. The following information should be helpful in getting the most out of your Limited Edition content.

1. The most common reason that the Quantum Power Pack does not work is the ccmerged. In order for your sim to be able to transform into the power suit, the sim must get a moodlet from Quantum Power Pack. The moodlet triggers the transformation, so without it, the pack will not work. Repair your ccmerged or download a complete one.

2. On the same note, outdated mods that alter Premium Content moodlets will cause this issue, such as my Spell book tweaks mod (this mod has been updated). Update any premium content moodlet mods, or remove them, to ensure that the Quantum Power Pack will work.

3. If the Launcher did not properly install the Quantum Power Pack, you might experience issues. Try re-installing the pack a few times to get it working correctly. Note that the number one issue with the Quantum Power Pack is the ccmerged/outdated moodlet mods, so I recommend trying the first suggestion before re-installing.

4. Finally, if you have de-crapped your Quantum Power Pack, it will not work. Instead, run your untouched sims3pack through s3rc and then install the pack as package files. Make sure you have the correct ccmerged. I recommend installing only the accessories/power suits as package files (i.e. install the decrapped sims3pack and then add only the packages for the accessories and power suits to your game. Don’t add the package for the crysis chamber).

[nonasims]

Fix Your Premium Content

There are just so many posts out there on all the forums (and blogs and tumblrs, etc) about broken Premium Content, that this just can't be shared enough. You can fix the following bugs just by using this tutorial:

No interactions on the Sauna, Teppanyaki Grill, and Pizza Oven

No interactions on the Deep Fryer and Ice Cream Maker

Unable to place Sauna

Moodlets don't show up

Spell book causes sims to reset

Unable to use the Lemon or Purple Eggplant plants

Sims don't gain gambling skill

If you have questions or problem with the tutorial, please feel free to ask me here on at my WordPress blog.

Fix Your Premium Content

[nonasims]

Because there's new Premium Content, I'm linking this again. If you are having trouble with moodlets showing up, then your ccmerged.package is broken and you'll need to create a new one, or download the one at MATY.

If the accessory objects, such as the coin, frog, and car keys are invisible, this is due to de-crapifying, and you need to install the fix available at MATY.