How to save a PSD file with a composite image?

Windows 7 64bit | Photoshop CS4 | iMatch DAM
Somewhere along the line I must have changed a setting, because many of my images now are not viewable in my DAM software (iMatch), or other photo viewers, like Picasa for instance. Instead, a small rectangular black box appears that says "This layered Photoshop file was not saved with a composite image". Can a contributor tell me where the setting is to save with a composite - Assistance is very much appreciated, IM

Thank you Chris,for the correct answer - Best, Bob

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