as i was working on my map earlier today, i got "unknown error, creating batch file at " some location. the hell? well i lost alot of work, whats up? where can i retrieve this work?

We kinda need more information than that.

A: What editor were you using
B: What were you doing when you got the error

E:\WINDOWS\Temp
?

If it's SCMDraft, open up the backup database. It's under Advanced -> Open Backup Database.

Remember to save often, and save numerous copies.

There doesnt seem to be anything inside it...did i do something wrong?

Go into Profile Settings (Options > Profile Settings)
In the bottom left hand corner of the window that opens up, is there a check in the checkbox that says "Enable Backup"??

For easier reference.

uh oh, its checked and Theres nothing in the "batch file" thing. . . Is my Data Lost?

if there's nothing in the backup database, and you can't explain why you encountered this error, then yes, your data is lost. Sorry.

OK! thats fine, thanks!