How to Add Error Handling MS Access

Quick summary

Adding error handling in MS Access lets you run custom logic whenever a form encounters an error, improving data integrity and user experience. You configure this by setting the On Error event in the form's Property Sheet within Design View.

Steps

1. Open the form in Design View.
2. Click on the Property Sheet option.
3. Click the Event section.
4. Set the On Error event to run custom error-handling logic by clicking the ellipsis icon.
5. Enter the expression and click OK.
6. Save your work by clicking the save icon.