How to fix the Runtime Code 2684 The OLE object is empty

Symptoms of Code 2684 - The OLE object is empty

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 OLE object is empty - Code 2684

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 2684 (Das OLE-Objekt ist leer) - Das OLE-Objekt ist leer.@Sie können einen gebundenen Objektrahmen nicht bearbeiten, wenn das Feld in der zugrunde liegenden Tabelle kein OLE-Objekt enthält.@Klicken Sie mit der rechten Maustaste auf das Feld, klicken Sie auf Objekt einfügen, und verwenden Sie das Dialogfeld, um und fügen Sie das Objekt zum Feld hinzu.@1@1@9360@1.
Come fissare Errore 2684 (L'oggetto OLE è vuoto) - L'oggetto OLE è vuoto.@Non è possibile modificare una cornice di oggetto associato se il campo nella tabella sottostante non contiene un oggetto OLE.@Fare clic con il pulsante destro del mouse sul campo, fare clic su Inserisci oggetto e utilizzare la finestra di dialogo per individuare e aggiungi l'oggetto al campo.@1@1@9360@1.
Hoe maak je Fout 2684 (Het OLE-object is leeg) - Het OLE-object is leeg.@U kunt een gebonden objectframe niet bewerken als het veld in de onderliggende tabel geen OLE-object bevat.@Klik met de rechtermuisknop op het veld, klik op Object invoegen en gebruik het dialoogvenster om te zoeken en voeg het object toe aan het veld.@1@1@9360@1.
Comment réparer Erreur 2684 (L'objet OLE est vide) - L'objet OLE est vide.@Vous ne pouvez pas modifier un cadre d'objet lié si le champ de la table sous-jacente ne contient pas d'objet OLE.@Cliquez avec le bouton droit sur le champ, cliquez sur Insérer un objet et utilisez la boîte de dialogue pour localiser et ajoutez l'objet au champ.@1@1@9360@1.
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 2684 (OLE 개체가 비어 있습니다.) - OLE 개체가 비어 있습니다.@기본 테이블의 필드에 OLE 개체가 없으면 바인딩된 개체 프레임을 편집할 수 없습니다.@필드를 마우스 오른쪽 단추로 클릭하고 개체 삽입을 클릭한 다음 대화 상자를 사용하여 field.@1@1@9360@1에 개체를 추가합니다.
Como corrigir o Erro 2684 (O objeto OLE está vazio) - O objeto OLE está vazio. @ Você não pode editar um quadro de objeto vinculado se o campo na tabela subjacente não contiver um objeto OLE. @ Clique com o botão direito do mouse no campo, clique em Inserir objeto e use a caixa de diálogo para localizar e adicione o objeto ao campo. @ 1 @ 1 @ 9360 @ 1.
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 2684 (OLE-objektet är tomt) - OLE-objektet är tomt.@Du kan inte redigera en bunden objektram om fältet i den underliggande tabellen inte innehåller ett OLE-objekt.@Högerklicka på fältet, klicka på Infoga objekt och använd dialogrutan för att hitta och lägg till objektet i fältet.@1@1@9360@1.
Как исправить Ошибка 2684 (Объект OLE пуст) - Объект OLE пуст. @ Невозможно редактировать рамку связанного объекта, если поле в базовой таблице не содержит объект OLE. @ Щелкните поле правой кнопкой мыши, выберите "Вставить объект" и используйте диалоговое окно, чтобы найти и добавить объект в поле. @ 1 @ 1 @ 9360 @ 1.
Jak naprawić Błąd 2684 (Obiekt OLE jest pusty) - Obiekt OLE jest pusty.@Nie możesz edytować powiązanej ramki obiektu, jeśli pole w tabeli poniżej nie zawiera obiektu OLE.@Kliknij pole prawym przyciskiem myszy, kliknij Wstaw obiekt i użyj okna dialogowego, aby zlokalizować i dodaj obiekt do pola.@1@1@9360@1.
Cómo arreglar Error 2684 (El objeto OLE está vacío) - El objeto OLE está vacío. @ No puede editar un marco de objeto enlazado si el campo en la tabla subyacente no contiene un objeto OLE. @ Haga clic con el botón derecho en el campo, haga clic en Insertar objeto y use el cuadro de diálogo para ubicar y agregue el objeto al campo. @ 1 @ 1 @ 9360 @ 1.

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