First of all, (if you are on about Action replay Max that is?)
to transfer the save to your PS2 memory card you must do the following:
1) transfer the save to your max drive via the USB port (this can be done by right clicking on your mouse on the save and go down to "Send to" then select "MaxDrive"). **Also, make sure the Max drive is unlocked this can be found on the left side.**
2) Soon afterwards load up the cheat system on your PS2 and go to the "Max Memory Manager".
3) select "My Devices" and select the Max Drive via the USB port in your PS2 (make sure it is connected or this won't work as it should do) (the ports and be found under the controller ports)
4) Uncrush the save to your memory card (whether its solt 1 or 2 making sure theres enough room)
5) afterwards, reset your PS2 with Smackdown vs Raw! and hopefully it should load.
I hope that helps you Cerebral Assassin!
can i mention if you wanted anything restored back as it was just ask anyone on this forum and they will be able to help you futher...