If so we can see what is going on by using the Dbgview.
Exit the game and open folder - C:\Ubisoft\Silent Hunter 5\data\Applications
Run the app Dbgview
Start your SH5 - when loaded goto the automation page and see if it is blank
exit game and save the report from Dbgview.
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