Thank you jcblum and @pieterjanvc for taking time to respond with these potential solutions. Earlier today, I found another online source suggesting that this problem can be resolved by uninstalling and then re-installing R-studio, which I did. Five hours later, I have re-run the PA, the problem has resolved and all is well once more! Phew!
Thanks again for your suggestions, this is a great forum 
Louise
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