How to fix the Runtime Code 2757 There was a problem accessing a property or method of the OLE object

Symptoms of Code 2757 - There was a problem accessing a property or method of 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 There was a problem accessing a property or method of the OLE object - Code 2757

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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Come fissare Errore 2757 (Si è verificato un problema durante l'accesso a una proprietà o a un metodo dell'oggetto OLE) - Si è verificato un problema durante l'accesso a una proprietà o a un metodo dell'oggetto OLE.@Prova una o più delle soluzioni seguenti: * Verifica che il server OLE sia registrato correttamente reinstallandolo.* Assicurati che il tuo computer sia connesso al server su cui è installato OLE server ap
Hoe maak je Fout 2757 (Er is een probleem opgetreden bij het openen van een eigenschap of methode van het OLE-object) - Er is een probleem opgetreden bij het verkrijgen van toegang tot een eigenschap of methode van het OLE-object.@Probeer een of meer van de volgende oplossingen: * Controleer of de OLE-server correct is geregistreerd door deze opnieuw te installeren.* Zorg ervoor dat uw computer is verbonden met de server waarop de OLE server-app
Comment réparer Erreur 2757 (Un problème est survenu lors de l'accès à une propriété ou à une méthode de l'objet OLE) - Un problème est survenu lors de l'accès à une propriété ou à une méthode de l'objet OLE.@Essayez une ou plusieurs des solutions suivantes : * Vérifiez que le serveur OLE est correctement enregistré en le réinstallant.* Assurez-vous que votre ordinateur est connecté au serveur sur lequel le serveur OLE est ap serveur
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 2757 (OLE 개체의 속성 또는 메서드에 액세스하는 동안 문제가 발생했습니다.) - OLE 개체의 속성 또는 메서드에 액세스하는 데 문제가 있습니다.@다음 중 하나 이상을 시도하십시오. * OLE 서버를 다시 설치하여 올바르게 등록되었는지 확인합니다.* 컴퓨터가 OLE가 있는 서버에 연결되어 있는지 확인하십시오. 서버 앱
Como corrigir o Erro 2757 (Ocorreu um problema ao acessar uma propriedade ou método do objeto OLE) - Ocorreu um problema ao acessar uma propriedade ou método do objeto OLE. @ Tente um ou mais dos seguintes procedimentos: * Verifique se o servidor OLE está registrado corretamente reinstalando-o. * Certifique-se de que seu computador esteja conectado ao servidor no qual o OLE servidor ap
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 2757 (Det uppstod ett problem med att komma åt en egenskap eller metod för OLE-objektet) - Det uppstod ett problem med att komma åt en egenskap eller metod för OLE -objektet.@Försök med ett eller flera av följande: * Kontrollera att OLE -servern är korrekt registrerad genom att installera om den. * Se till att din dator är ansluten till servern som OLE är på server ap
Как исправить Ошибка 2757 (Возникла проблема с доступом к свойству или методу объекта OLE.) - Возникла проблема с доступом к свойству или методу объекта OLE. @ Попробуйте одно или несколько из следующих действий: * Убедитесь, что сервер OLE зарегистрирован правильно, переустановив его. * Убедитесь, что ваш компьютер подключен к серверу, на котором установлен OLE сервер ap
Jak naprawić Błąd 2757 (Wystąpił problem z dostępem do właściwości lub metody obiektu OLE) - Wystąpił problem z dostępem do właściwości lub metody obiektu OLE.@Wypróbuj jedną lub więcej z poniższych czynności: * Sprawdź, czy serwer OLE jest poprawnie zarejestrowany, instalując go ponownie.* Upewnij się, że komputer jest podłączony do serwera, na którym znajduje się OLE aplikacja serwera
Cómo arreglar Error 2757 (Hubo un problema al acceder a una propiedad o método del objeto OLE) - Hubo un problema al acceder a una propiedad o método del objeto OLE. @ Intente una o más de las siguientes acciones: * Verifique que el servidor OLE esté registrado correctamente volviéndolo a instalar. * Asegúrese de que su computadora esté conectada al servidor en el que el OLE servidor ap

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