Cannot open Indesign CS3 file in CC

I have not had this problem before, I've tried other files in case the one I need is corrupt, I always get the same error messages
My ID id up to date. Thanks is advance.
Regards
Thorvar

Your sample file opens here just fine (other than missing links and  missing fonts) on CS3, CS6 and CC, which implies either a bad link which  ID is trying to resolve on your end, or a problem in the program.
Make sure you have the ID 9.1 patch installed, and try trashing your preferences. See Replace Your Preferences

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