How to fix the Runtime Code 2116 The value violates the validation rule for the field or record

Symptoms of Code 2116 - The value violates the validation rule for the field or record

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 The value violates the validation rule for the field or record - Code 2116

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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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 2116 (Der Wert verstößt gegen die Validierungsregel für das Feld oder den Datensatz) - Der Wert verstößt gegen die Validierungsregel für das Feld oder den Datensatz.@Sie haben beispielsweise eine Validierungsregel geändert, ohne zu überprüfen, ob die vorhandenen Daten mit der neuen Validierungsregel übereinstimmen.@Klicken Sie auf Rückgängig, um den vorherigen Wert wiederherzustellen, oder geben Sie einen neuen Wert ein
Come fissare Errore 2116 (Il valore viola la regola di convalida per il campo o il record) - Il valore viola la regola di convalida per il campo o il record.@Ad esempio, potresti aver modificato una regola di convalida senza verificare se i dati esistenti corrispondono alla nuova regola di convalida.@Fai clic su Annulla per ripristinare il valore precedente o inserisci un nuovo valore
Hoe maak je Fout 2116 (De waarde schendt de validatieregel voor het veld of record) - De waarde schendt de validatieregel voor het veld of record.@U hebt bijvoorbeeld een validatieregel gewijzigd zonder te controleren of de bestaande gegevens overeenkomen met de nieuwe validatieregel.@Klik op Ongedaan maken om de vorige waarde te herstellen of voer een nieuwe waarde in
Comment réparer Erreur 2116 (La valeur enfreint la règle de validation du champ ou de l'enregistrement) - La valeur enfreint la règle de validation du champ ou de l'enregistrement.@Par exemple, vous avez peut-être modifié une règle de validation sans vérifier si les données existantes correspondent à la nouvelle règle de validation.@Cliquez sur Annuler pour restaurer la valeur précédente ou saisissez une nouvelle valeur.
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 2116 (값이 필드 또는 레코드에 대한 유효성 검사 규칙을 위반합니다.) - 값이 필드 또는 레코드에 대한 유효성 검사 규칙을 위반합니다.@예를 들어, 기존 데이터가 새 유효성 검사 규칙과 일치하는지 여부를 확인하지 않고 유효성 검사 규칙을 변경했을 수 있습니다.@실행 취소를 클릭하여 이전 값을 복원하거나 새 값을 입력하십시오.
Como corrigir o Erro 2116 (O valor viola a regra de validação para o campo ou registro) - O valor viola a regra de validação do campo ou registro. @ Por exemplo, você pode ter alterado uma regra de validação sem verificar se os dados existentes correspondem à nova regra de validação. @ Clique em Desfazer para restaurar o valor anterior ou insira um novo valor
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 2116 (Värdet bryter mot valideringsregeln för fältet eller posten) - Värdet bryter mot valideringsregeln för fältet eller posten.@Du kan till exempel ha ändrat en valideringsregel utan att verifiera om befintliga data matchar den nya valideringsregeln.@Klicka på Ångra för att återställa det tidigare värdet eller ange ett nytt värde
Как исправить Ошибка 2116 (Значение нарушает правило проверки для поля или записи) - Значение нарушает правило проверки для поля или записи. @ Например, вы могли изменить правило проверки, не проверяя, соответствуют ли существующие данные новому правилу проверки. @ Нажмите Отменить, чтобы восстановить предыдущее значение, или введите новое значение.
Jak naprawić Błąd 2116 (Wartość narusza regułę walidacji dla pola lub rekordu) - Wartość narusza regułę walidacji dla pola lub rekordu.@Można na przykład zmienić regułę walidacji bez sprawdzania, czy istniejące dane pasują do nowej reguły walidacji.@Kliknij Cofnij, aby przywrócić poprzednią wartość, lub wprowadź nową wartość
Cómo arreglar Error 2116 (El valor viola la regla de validación del campo o registro.) - El valor viola la regla de validación para el campo o registro. @ Por ejemplo, es posible que haya cambiado una regla de validación sin verificar si los datos existentes coinciden con la nueva regla de validación. @ Haga clic en Deshacer para restaurar el valor anterior o ingrese un nuevo valor

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