include() and include_path

I have set the include_path in php.ini file I have tried to write the whole path in include() function and I still get errors
Warning: Failed opening ' xxx database.php' for inclusion ....


What could be the problem
?!?!
Help!
Jana

you shouldn't have to mess with the php.ini file to make includes. the problem might have something to do with the file you are including. is the name correct? is the path correct in the include();? is teh code valid in the file being included? you're not using the url to include are you?

sh us the code you have that you are using.