CS3 - Cannot save swatches as AI or ASE

I have previously created custom swatch libraries in both .ai and .ase formats. For some reason, this is no longer possible. For example, after clicking Save Save Swatch Library as ASE, the standard window appears, but no matter what I try to name the file or where I try to save it, nothing happens. The window just sits open after I click Save. No error message...nothing. This must be something painfully simple. Any help is appreciated.
I have already rebooted, tried other files, tried other swatches, and even reinstalled Illustrator. Previously created swatch files open without issue.

I must say that I'm a bit confused as you are trying to make swatches out of illustrator but wanting to use them in indesign? Why not create the swatches from indesign instead or load them into indesign directly as Illustrator and Indesign can open the same swatch pallettes? You are creating more work.
But if you must...
Try deleting your preferences for Illustrator and then try saving your swatch pallette again and see if that helps.

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