windows installer error 2147287035

I am trying to uninstall an old version of a CAD software called Solid Edge (a 3D modeler) to install the new version. The new version will not install unless the old version is removed first. I am getting a windows installer error #2147287035, however, the Microsoft knowledge base shows this number as being related to Office XP install logs.

I am not sure why I am getting this error, but we are dead in the water on this machine until I get this fix. The first try to uninstall the old version has completely corrupted it. It will not uninstall, or reinstall.

Thank you in advance to anyone who responds.

Regards,
Dennis F. Parr
Design Engineer / Network Technician
Better By Design, LLC