How to fix the Runtime Code 2756 A problem occurred when Microsoft Office Access tried to access the OLE object

Symptoms of Code 2756 - A problem occurred when Microsoft Office Access tried to access the OLE object

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 A problem occurred when Microsoft Office Access tried to access the OLE object - Code 2756

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 2756 (Beim Versuch von Microsoft Office Access, auf das OLE-Objekt zuzugreifen, ist ein Problem aufgetreten) - Beim Versuch von Microsoft Office Access, auf das OLE-Objekt zuzugreifen, ist ein Problem aufgetreten.@Schließen Sie das Microsoft Office Access-Formular oder den Bericht, der das OLE-Objekt anzeigt, und schließen Sie den OLE-Server. Öffnen Sie dann das Formular oder den Bericht erneut, um zu sehen, ob das OLE-Objekt angezeigt werden kann
Come fissare Errore 2756 (Si è verificato un problema quando Microsoft Office Access ha tentato di accedere all'oggetto OLE) - Si è verificato un problema quando Microsoft Office Access ha tentato di accedere all'oggetto OLE.@Chiudere il modulo o il report di Microsoft Office Access che visualizza l'oggetto OLE e chiudere il server OLE. Quindi riaprire il modulo o il report per vedere se può visualizzare l'oggetto OLE
Hoe maak je Fout 2756 (Er is een probleem opgetreden toen Microsoft Office Access probeerde toegang te krijgen tot het OLE-object) - Er is een probleem opgetreden toen Microsoft Office Access probeerde toegang te krijgen tot het OLE-object.@Sluit het Microsoft Office Access-formulier of rapport dat het OLE-object weergeeft, en sluit de OLE-server. Open vervolgens het formulier of rapport opnieuw om te zien of het OLE-object kan worden weergegeven
Comment réparer Erreur 2756 (Un problème s'est produit lorsque Microsoft Office Access a tenté d'accéder à l'objet OLE) - Un problème s'est produit lorsque Microsoft Office Access a tenté d'accéder à l'objet OLE.@Fermez le formulaire ou l'état Microsoft Office Access qui affiche l'objet OLE et fermez le serveur OLE. Ensuite, rouvrez le formulaire ou l'état pour voir s'il peut afficher l'objet OLE
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 2756 (Microsoft Office Access에서 OLE 개체에 액세스하려고 할 때 문제가 발생했습니다.) - Microsoft Office Access에서 OLE 개체에 액세스하려고 할 때 문제가 발생했습니다.@OLE 개체를 표시하는 Microsoft Office Access 폼 또는 보고서를 닫고 OLE 서버를 닫습니다. 그런 다음 폼이나 보고서를 다시 열어 OLE 개체를 표시할 수 있는지 확인합니다.
Como corrigir o Erro 2756 (Ocorreu um problema quando o Microsoft Office Access tentou acessar o objeto OLE) - Ocorreu um problema quando o Microsoft Office Access tentou acessar o objeto OLE. @ Feche o formulário ou relatório do Microsoft Office Access que exibe o objeto OLE e feche o servidor OLE. Em seguida, reabra o formulário ou relatório para ver se ele pode exibir o objeto OLE
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 2756 (Ett problem uppstod när Microsoft Office Access försökte komma åt OLE-objektet) - Ett problem uppstod när Microsoft Office Access försökte komma åt OLE -objektet.@Stäng formuläret eller rapporten för Microsoft Office Access som visar OLE -objektet och stäng OLE -servern. Öppna sedan formuläret eller rapporten igen för att se om det kan visa OLE -objektet
Как исправить Ошибка 2756 (Возникла проблема, когда Microsoft Office Access пытался получить доступ к объекту OLE.) - Возникла проблема, когда Microsoft Office Access попытался получить доступ к объекту OLE. @ Закройте форму Microsoft Office Access или отчет, в котором отображается объект OLE, и закройте сервер OLE. Затем снова откройте форму или отчет, чтобы проверить, может ли он отобразить объект OLE.
Jak naprawić Błąd 2756 (Wystąpił problem, gdy Microsoft Office Access próbował uzyskać dostęp do obiektu OLE) - Wystąpił problem, gdy Microsoft Office Access próbował uzyskać dostęp do obiektu OLE.@Zamknij formularz lub raport Microsoft Office Access wyświetlający obiekt OLE i zamknij serwer OLE. Następnie ponownie otwórz formularz lub raport, aby sprawdzić, czy może wyświetlić obiekt OLE
Cómo arreglar Error 2756 (Ocurrió un problema cuando Microsoft Office Access intentó acceder al objeto OLE) - Se produjo un problema cuando Microsoft Office Access intentó acceder al objeto OLE. @ Cierre el formulario o informe de Microsoft Office Access que muestra el objeto OLE y cierre el servidor OLE. Luego, vuelva a abrir el formulario o informe para ver si puede mostrar el objeto OLE

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