How to fix the Runtime Code 29023 There are calls to 16-bit dynamic-link libraries (.dll) in modules in this database

Symptoms of Code 29023 - There are calls to 16-bit dynamic-link libraries (.dll) in modules in this database

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 are calls to 16-bit dynamic-link libraries (.dll) in modules in this database - Code 29023

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 29023 (Es gibt Aufrufe von 16-Bit-Dynamic-Link-Bibliotheken (.dll) in Modulen in dieser Datenbank) - Es gibt Aufrufe von 16-Bit-Dynamic-Link-Bibliotheken (.dll) in Modulen in dieser Datenbank.@Diese funktionieren nicht unter Microsoft Windows 95 oder Microsoft Windows NT.@Ändern Sie Ihren Code, um entsprechende 32-Bit-Dynamic-Link-Bibliotheken aufzurufen (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Come fissare Errore 29023 (Ci sono chiamate a librerie a collegamento dinamico a 16 bit (.dll) nei moduli in questo database) - Sono presenti chiamate a librerie a collegamento dinamico a 16 bit (.dll) in moduli in questo database.@Queste non funzioneranno in Microsoft Windows 95 o Microsoft Windows NT.@Modifica il codice per chiamare librerie a collegamento dinamico a 32 bit equivalenti (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Hoe maak je Fout 29023 (Er zijn aanroepen naar 16-bits dynamische-linkbibliotheken (.dll) in modules in deze database) - Er zijn aanroepen naar 16-bits dynamische-linkbibliotheken (.dll) in modules in deze database.@Deze werken niet onder Microsoft Windows 95 of Microsoft Windows NT.@Wijzig uw code om gelijkwaardige 32-bits dynamische-linkbibliotheken aan te roepen (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Comment réparer Erreur 29023 (Il y a des appels aux bibliothèques de liens dynamiques 16 bits (.dll) dans les modules de cette base de données) - Il existe des appels à des bibliothèques de liens dynamiques 16 bits (.dll) dans les modules de cette base de données.@Ceux-ci ne fonctionneront pas sous Microsoft Windows 95 ou Microsoft Windows NT.@Modifiez votre code pour appeler des bibliothèques de liens dynamiques 32 bits équivalentes (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 29023 (이 데이터베이스의 모듈에 16비트 동적 연결 라이브러리(.dll)에 대한 호출이 있습니다.) - 이 데이터베이스의 모듈에 16비트 동적 연결 라이브러리(.dll)에 대한 호출이 있습니다.@Microsoft Windows 95 또는 Microsoft Windows NT에서는 작동하지 않습니다.@동등한 32비트 동적 연결 라이브러리를 호출하도록 코드를 변경하십시오. (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Como corrigir o Erro 29023 (Há chamadas para bibliotecas de vínculo dinâmico de 16 bits (.dll) em módulos neste banco de dados) - Existem chamadas para bibliotecas de vínculo dinâmico de 16 bits (.dll) em módulos neste banco de dados. @ Elas não funcionam no Microsoft Windows 95 ou Microsoft Windows NT. @ Altere seu código para chamar bibliotecas de vínculo dinâmico de 32 bits equivalentes (.dll). @ 2 @ 1 @ 11961 @ 1.
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 29023 (Det finns anrop till 16-bitars dynamiska länkbibliotek (.dll) i moduler i denna databas) - Det finns samtal till 16-bitars dynamiska länkbibliotek (.dll) i moduler i denna databas.@Dessa fungerar inte under Microsoft Windows 95 eller Microsoft Windows NT.@Ändra din kod för att anropa motsvarande 32-bitars dynamiska länkbibliotek (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Как исправить Ошибка 29023 (В модулях этой базы данных есть вызовы 16-битных динамически подключаемых библиотек (.dll).) - В модулях этой базы данных есть вызовы 16-битных библиотек динамической компоновки (.dll). @ Они не будут работать в Microsoft Windows 95 или Microsoft Windows NT. @ Измените свой код, чтобы вызывать эквивалентные 32-битные библиотеки динамической компоновки (.dll). @ 2 @ 1 @ 11961 @ 1.
Jak naprawić Błąd 29023 (W modułach tej bazy danych znajdują się odwołania do 16-bitowych bibliotek dołączanych dynamicznie (.dll)) - Istnieją wywołania 16-bitowych bibliotek dołączanych dynamicznie (.dll) w modułach w tej bazie danych.@Nie będą one działać w systemie Microsoft Windows 95 lub Microsoft Windows NT.@Zmień swój kod, aby wywoływał równoważne 32-bitowe biblioteki dołączane dynamicznie (.dll).@2@1@11961@1.
Cómo arreglar Error 29023 (Hay llamadas a bibliotecas de vínculos dinámicos de 16 bits (.dll) en los módulos de esta base de datos) - Hay llamadas a bibliotecas de vínculos dinámicos de 16 bits (.dll) en módulos de esta base de datos. @ No funcionarán en Microsoft Windows 95 o Microsoft Windows NT. @ Cambie su código para llamar a bibliotecas de vínculos dinámicos equivalentes de 32 bits (.dll). @ 2 @ 1 @ 11961 @ 1.

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