How to fix the Runtime Code 10021 Existing data violates the new record validation rule

Symptoms of Code 10021 - Existing data violates the new record validation rule

Runtime errors happen without warning. The error message can come up the screen anytime Microsoft Access is run. In fact, the error message or some other dialogue box can come up again and again if not addressed early on.

There may be instances of files deletion or new files appearing. Though this symptom is largely due to virus infection, it can be attributed as a symptom for runtime error, as virus infection is one of the causes for runtime error. User may also experience a sudden drop in internet connection speed, yet again, this is not always the case.

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Causes of Existing data violates the new record validation rule - Code 10021

During software design, programmers code anticipating the occurrence of errors. However, there are no perfect designs, as errors can be expected even with the best program design. Glitches can happen during runtime if a certain error is not experienced and addressed during design and testing.

Runtime errors are generally caused by incompatible programs running at the same time. It may also occur because of memory problem, a bad graphics driver or virus infection. Whatever the case may be, the problem must be resolved immediately to avoid further problems. Here are ways to remedy the error.

Repair Methods

Runtime errors may be annoying and persistent, but it is not totally hopeless, repairs are available. Here are ways to do it.

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Please note: Neither ErrorVault.com nor it's writers claim responsibility for the results of the actions taken from employing any of the repair methods listed on this page - you complete these steps at your own risk.

Method 1 - Close Conflicting Programs

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When you get a runtime error, keep in mind that it is happening due to programs that are conflicting with each other. The first thing you can do to resolve the problem is to stop these conflicting programs.

• Open Task Manager by clicking Ctrl-Alt-Del at the same time. This will let you see the list of programs currently running.
• Go to the Processes tab and stop the programs one by one by highlighting each program and clicking the End Process buttom.
• You will need to observe if the error message will reoccur each time you stop a process.
• Once you get to identify which program is causing the error, you may go ahead with the next troubleshooting step, reinstalling the application.

Method 2 - Update / Reinstall Conflicting Programs

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Using Control Panel

• For Windows 7, click the Start Button, then click Control panel, then Uninstall a program
• For Windows 8, click the Start Button, then scroll down and click More Settings, then click Control panel > Uninstall a program.
• For Windows 10, just type Control Panel on the search box and click the result, then click Uninstall a program
• Once inside Programs and Features, click the problem program and click Update or Uninstall.
• If you chose to update, then you will just need to follow the prompt to complete the process, however if you chose to Uninstall, you will follow the prompt to uninstall and then re-download or use the application's installation disk to reinstall the program.

Using Other Methods

• For Windows 7, you may find the list of all installed programs when you click Start and scroll your mouse over the list that appear on the tab. You may see on that list utility for uninstalling the program. You may go ahead and uninstall using utilities available in this tab.
• For Windows 10, you may click Start, then Settings, then choose Apps.
• Scroll down to see the list of Apps and features installed in your computer.
• Click the Program which is causing the runtime error, then you may choose to uninstall or click Advanced options to reset the application.

Method 3 - Update your Virus protection program or download and install the latest Windows Update

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Virus infection causing runtime error on your computer must immediately be prevented, quarantined or deleted. Make sure you update your virus program and run a thorough scan of the computer or, run Windows update so you can get the latest virus definition and fix.

Method 4 - Re-install Runtime Libraries

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You might be getting the error because of an update, like the MS Visual C++ package which might not be installed properly or completely. What you can do then is to uninstall the current package and install a fresh copy.

• Uninstall the package by going to Programs and Features, find and highlight the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package.
• Click Uninstall on top of the list, and when it is done, reboot your computer.
• Download the latest redistributable package from Microsoft then install it.

Method 5 - Run Disk Cleanup

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You might also be experiencing runtime error because of a very low free space on your computer.

• You should consider backing up your files and freeing up space on your hard drive
• You can also clear your cache and reboot your computer
• You can also run Disk Cleanup, open your explorer window and right click your main directory (this is usually C: )
• Click Properties and then click Disk Cleanup

Method 6 - Reinstall Your Graphics Driver

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If the error is related to a bad graphics driver, then you may do the following:

• Open your Device Manager, locate the graphics driver
• Right click the video card driver then click uninstall, then restart your computer

Method 7 - IE related Runtime Error

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If the error you are getting is related to the Internet Explorer, you may do the following:

1. Reset your browser.
• For Windows 7, you may click Start, go to Control Panel, then click Internet Options on the left side. Then you can click Advanced tab then click the Reset button.
• For Windows 8 and 10, you may click search and type Internet Options, then go to Advanced tab and click Reset.
2. Disable script debugging and error notifications.
• On the same Internet Options window, you may go to Advanced tab and look for Disable script debugging
• Put a check mark on the radio button
• At the same time, uncheck the "Display a Notification about every Script Error" item and then click Apply and OK, then reboot your computer.

If these quick fixes do not work, you can always backup files and run repair reinstall on your computer. However, you can do that later when the solutions listed here did not do the job.

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Wie beheben Fehler 10021 (Vorhandene Daten verstoßen gegen die neue Datensatzvalidierungsregel) - Vorhandene Daten verstoßen gegen die neue Datensatzvalidierungsregel.@Möchten Sie weiterhin mit der neuen Regel testen?* Um die neue Regel beizubehalten und mit dem Testen fortzufahren, klicken Sie auf Ja.* Um zur alten Regel zurückzukehren und mit dem Testen fortzufahren, klicken Sie auf Nein.* Um Beenden Sie den Test, klicken Sie auf Abbrechen.@@13@@@1
Come fissare Errore 10021 (I dati esistenti violano la nuova regola di convalida dei record) - I dati esistenti violano la nuova regola di convalida dei record.@Vuoi continuare il test con la nuova regola?* Per mantenere la nuova regola e continuare il test, fai clic su Sì.* Per ripristinare la vecchia regola e continuare il test, fai clic su No.* Per interrompere il test, fare clic su Annulla.@@13@@@1
Hoe maak je Fout 10021 (Bestaande gegevens zijn in strijd met de nieuwe regel voor recordvalidatie) - Bestaande gegevens zijn in strijd met de nieuwe regel voor recordvalidatie.@Wilt u blijven testen met de nieuwe regel?* Klik op Ja om de nieuwe regel te behouden en door te gaan met testen.* Om terug te keren naar de oude regel en door te gaan met testen, klikt u op Nee.* Om stop met testen, klik op Annuleren.@@13@@@1
Comment réparer Erreur 10021 (Les données existantes violent la nouvelle règle de validation des enregistrements) - Les données existantes violent la nouvelle règle de validation des enregistrements.@Voulez-vous continuer à tester avec la nouvelle règle ?* Pour conserver la nouvelle règle et continuer les tests, cliquez sur Oui.* Pour revenir à l'ancienne règle et continuer les tests, cliquez sur Non.* Pour arrêter le test, cliquez sur Annuler.@@13@@@1
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 10021 (기존 데이터가 새 레코드 유효성 검사 규칙을 위반함) - 기존 데이터가 새 레코드 유효성 검사 규칙을 위반합니다.@새 규칙으로 테스트를 계속하시겠습니까?* 새 규칙을 유지하고 테스트를 계속하려면 예를 클릭합니다.* 이전 규칙으로 되돌리고 테스트를 계속하려면 아니요를 클릭합니다.* 테스트를 중지하려면 취소를 클릭하십시오.@@13@@@1
Como corrigir o Erro 10021 (Os dados existentes violam a nova regra de validação de registro) - Os dados existentes violam a nova regra de validação de registro. @ Deseja continuar testando com a nova regra? * Para manter a nova regra e continuar testando, clique em Sim. * Para reverter para a regra antiga e continuar testando, clique em Não. * Para pare o teste, clique em Cancelar. @@ 13 @@@ 1
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 10021 (Befintlig data bryter mot den nya postvalideringsregeln) - Befintliga data bryter mot den nya postvalideringsregeln.@Vill du fortsätta testa med den nya regeln?* Klicka på Ja om du vill behålla den nya regeln och fortsätta testa.* Om du vill återgå till den gamla regeln och fortsätta testa klickar du på Nej. sluta testa, klicka på Avbryt. @@ 13 @@@ 1
Как исправить Ошибка 10021 (Существующие данные нарушают новое правило проверки записи) - Существующие данные нарушают новое правило проверки записи. @ Вы хотите продолжить тестирование с новым правилом? * Чтобы сохранить новое правило и продолжить тестирование, нажмите Да. * Чтобы вернуться к старому правилу и продолжить тестирование, нажмите Нет. * Чтобы прекратите тестирование, нажмите Отмена. @@ 13 @@@ 1
Jak naprawić Błąd 10021 (Istniejące dane naruszają nową regułę walidacji rekordów) - Istniejące dane naruszają nową regułę walidacji rekordów.@Czy chcesz kontynuować testowanie z nową regułą?* Aby zachować nową regułę i kontynuować testowanie, kliknij Tak.* Aby powrócić do starej reguły i kontynuować testowanie, kliknij Nie.* Aby przestań testować, kliknij Anuluj.@@13@@@1
Cómo arreglar Error 10021 (Los datos existentes violan la nueva regla de validación de registros) - Los datos existentes violan la nueva regla de validación de registros. @ ¿Desea seguir probando con la nueva regla? * Para mantener la nueva regla y continuar con la prueba, haga clic en Sí. * Para volver a la regla anterior y continuar con la prueba, haga clic en No. * Para detener la prueba, haga clic en Cancelar. @@ 13 @@@ 1

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