How to fix the Runtime Code 10005 There is no primary key defined

Symptoms of Code 10005 - There is no primary key defined

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 is no primary key defined - Code 10005

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 10005 (Es ist kein Primärschlüssel definiert) - Es ist kein Primärschlüssel definiert.@Obwohl ein Primärschlüssel nicht erforderlich ist, wird er dringend empfohlen. Eine Tabelle muss einen Primärschlüssel haben, damit Sie eine Beziehung zwischen dieser Tabelle und anderen Tabellen in der Datenbank definieren können. Möchten Sie jetzt einen Primärschlüssel erstellen?@
Come fissare Errore 10005 (Non è stata definita una chiave primaria) - Non esiste una chiave primaria definita.@Sebbene una chiave primaria non sia richiesta, è altamente consigliata. Una tabella deve avere una chiave primaria per poter definire una relazione tra questa tabella e altre tabelle nel database. Vuoi creare una chiave primaria ora?@
Hoe maak je Fout 10005 (Er is geen primaire sleutel gedefinieerd) - Er is geen primaire sleutel gedefinieerd.@Hoewel een primaire sleutel niet vereist is, wordt het ten zeerste aanbevolen. Een tabel moet een primaire sleutel hebben om een ​​relatie tussen deze tabel en andere tabellen in de database te kunnen definiëren. Wilt u nu een primaire sleutel maken?@
Comment réparer Erreur 10005 (Il n'y a pas de clé primaire définie) - Il n'y a pas de clé primaire définie.@Bien qu'une clé primaire ne soit pas requise, elle est fortement recommandée. Une table doit avoir une clé primaire pour que vous puissiez définir une relation entre cette table et d'autres tables de la base de données. Voulez-vous créer une clé primaire maintenant ?@
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 10005 (정의된 기본 키가 없습니다.) - 기본 키가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.@기본 키는 필수는 아니지만 적극 권장합니다. 이 테이블과 데이터베이스의 다른 테이블 간의 관계를 정의하려면 테이블에 기본 키가 있어야 합니다. 지금 기본 키를 생성하시겠습니까?@
Como corrigir o Erro 10005 (Não há nenhuma chave primária definida) - Não há nenhuma chave primária definida. @ Embora uma chave primária não seja necessária, é altamente recomendável. Uma tabela deve ter uma chave primária para você definir um relacionamento entre esta tabela e outras tabelas no banco de dados. Você deseja criar uma chave primária agora? @
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 10005 (Det finns ingen primärnyckel definierad) - Det finns ingen primär nyckel definierad.@Även om en primär nyckel inte krävs rekommenderas det starkt. En tabell måste ha en primär nyckel för att du ska kunna definiera en relation mellan denna tabell och andra tabeller i databasen. Vill du skapa en primär nyckel nu?@
Как исправить Ошибка 10005 (Не определен первичный ключ) - Не определен первичный ключ. @ Хотя первичный ключ не требуется, он настоятельно рекомендуется. Таблица должна иметь первичный ключ, чтобы вы могли определить связь между этой таблицей и другими таблицами в базе данных. Хотите создать первичный ключ сейчас? @
Jak naprawić Błąd 10005 (Nie zdefiniowano klucza podstawowego) - Nie ma zdefiniowanego klucza podstawowego. @ Chociaż klucz podstawowy nie jest wymagany, jest wysoce zalecany. Tabela musi mieć klucz podstawowy, aby można było zdefiniować relację między tą tabelą a innymi tabelami w bazie danych.Czy chcesz teraz utworzyć klucz podstawowy?@
Cómo arreglar Error 10005 (No hay una clave primaria definida) - No hay una clave principal definida. @ Aunque no se requiere una clave principal, es muy recomendable. Una tabla debe tener una clave principal para que pueda definir una relación entre esta tabla y otras tablas en la base de datos. ¿Desea crear una clave principal ahora? @

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