FCP export to XDCAM EX 1080i50 VBR

When i export to codec XDCAM EX 1080i50 VBR it seems everything works fine but when i go to desktop/folder where i have exported the video it does not play. also does not show the video thumbnail as usual but just shows a file/icon.
Quick time does not play it at all?
i have several projects and sudenly does the same thing for rest of them?
In addition i have nothing changed in the settings and this way have been working for several years?
many helps for the help.

Print Screen of the export window with the box checked and unchecked, main reason why i had this silly touble
all the best and once again thanks for your advices!

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