open corrupt database

[Guest]

Have an Access 2000 database which we use for members details. It has decided
not to work..get a message... this database is in a unexpected state and

"This database has been converted from a prior version of Microsoft Access
by using the DAO Compact Database method instead of the Convert database
command on the tools menu..."

Also states that I don't have permissions..but am adninistrator of network

A co-worker has inadvertantly hit the wrong button...can't import data from
the file into a new database.

Can someone please assist?

 

[Arvin Meyer [MVP]]

First, always work on a copy of the database. Working on the original may
make it impossible for a repair service to fix it.

Download a copy of JetComp.exe:

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;273956

Also have a look at the Microsoft KB article:

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;209137

Then have a look at Tony Toews' Access Corruption FAQ at:

http://www.granite.ab.ca/access/corruptmdbs.htm

for some suggestions. Unfortunately, some corruption cannot be fixed - you
may need to create a new database, import what can be salvaged, and recreate
the rest.

Although it's a paid service, Peter Miller does an outstanding job of saving
corrupt databases. Try this URL:

http://www.pksolutions.com
--
Arvin Meyer, MCP, MVP
Microsoft Access
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