How to fix an access file

mlp1925 · Apr 29, 2013

I am looking for a way to fix an Access file when open it advises caused a serious error the last time it was opened and then get the file needs repaired or isn't a database file office locks up when trying to repair. I believe the that when copying the file to a jump drive for back up it did not release the record locking information when complete and pulled the jump drive from the computer.

AtlBo · May 3, 2013

Quote from another internet site on how to repair damaged Access files that have caused a serious error. This mentions Vista, but I doubt OS matters:

Resolution:

To resolve the above error and access the data, you will need to install the latest service pack of Windows Vista. However, to repair the already corrupted Accounts database, you will need to use an inbuilt repair utility named “Compact and Repair.” The repair application is fully competent to repair the corrupted Access database in most of the scenarios. However, if the utility is unable to repair the Accounts database and you still encounter the same error message, then you will need to use advanced Access Recovery software. These access repair applications use effective scanning algorithms to scan and repair the corrupted database.

Stellar Phoenix Access Recovery is a reliable Access Repair utility. It can restore and Repair Access database objects including tables, queries, forms, reports, macros and modules. With highly graphical user interface, the utility supports Microsoft Access 2007, 2003, 2002 (XP) and 2000. It supports Windows Vista, XP, 2003, 2000 and NT.
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How to fix an access file

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