Access 97 to Access XP

[Sos Dowling]

I designed a database that is shared across a network.
The NT clients had no problem using the database. I
recently installed two new PCs. They use Win XP and
Office XP. I cannot get them to access the database. I
get:

"The database that you are trying to open or convert is
currently in use, or you do not have the permission to
open it exclusively
..........
Try one of the following:
*Request that other users close the database
*Using the version of MS Access in which the database was
written...."

I cannot do either of these two options.
I'd appreciate any suggestions?


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[Access]

From my experience you have to convert it into the new XP
format and use it from there. You cannot diredtly open it
with the new software. From there, save it in the new
format.