"Microsoft Unable To Create An MDE File"

  • Thread starter Thread starter E. Alli
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The two most likely reasons for getting this message are:

1. A compile error in VBA code. Open the VBA editor by pressing Alt+F11.
From the menu, select Debug, then Compile. If there are any code errors
they will be highlighted and the compile will stop. Fix any and all errors
until the Compile completes without messages.

2. You may be trying to create an MDE file from a database that is not in
the same format as the Access version you are using. For example, the
default database file format for Access 2002 is actually Access 2000. BUT,
in order to create an MDE file using Access 2002, the database file format
must also be Access 2002
 
In addition to Cheryl's response, you should be aware that creating a MDE
file does not create an executable.
 
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