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Getting into my database

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olliegracie

Technical User
May 25, 2006
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US
I am having a problem entering my Access database. After clicking on my Desktop shortcut, I see the following error message:

Your Microsoft Office Access database or project contains a missing or broken reference to the file 'dao2535.tlb' version 3.5. When I click on the "Show Help >>" button below, I get the following explanation.

The application you are attempting to use has a reference that it cannot resolve to an object, type library, DLL, or
external database.  Either the object, type library, DLL, or database was deleted or renamed. Examine the Available references list in the References dialog box in the Visual Basic Editor ( Tools menu) to determine if any action is required. If you did not create this application, contact the programmer or administrator of the system.
If the reference listed in the Available references list is preceded with "MISSING:" clear the check box to remove the reference if it is no longer required. If you still need to use the reference, clear the check box entry for "MISSING: <referencename>" in the Available references list, and then create a new reference to the file using the Browse... button. If this is an installed database application, you may need to reinstall or repair the application.

I am puzzled by all this and would be grateful for any assistance.

By the way, by repeatedly clicking on the "OK" button, I am able to finally get into my database.
 
I am able to finally get into my database
So, go to VBE (Alt-F11) and check the references:
menu Tools -> References ...

Hope This Helps, PH.
FAQ219-2884
FAQ181-2886
 
I have cleared the check boxes on lines where I had MISSING: and now I have complete access to my database.

Thanks for your help
 
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