Why can I not install Windows 8 on my Mac?

Hello,
I have been trying to install Windows on my Mac lately, and whenever I try to partition the drive, I hit a wall. It claims that I need to reformat my primary partition and try again. I have already done this and restored all of my data. My computer is current and updated, I cannot imagine what else to try. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you kindly,
Kooper

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