How to fix the Runtime Code 2496 The action or method requires a Query Name argument

Symptoms of Code 2496 - The action or method requires a Query Name argument

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 The action or method requires a Query Name argument - Code 2496

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 2496 (Die Aktion oder Methode erfordert ein Abfragename-Argument) - Die Aktion oder Methode erfordert ein Abfragename-Argument.@Sie haben versucht, die OpenQuery-Aktion oder -Methode zu verwenden, aber Sie haben das Abfragename-Argument leer gelassen.@Geben Sie im Abfragenamen-Argument einen Abfragenamen ein.@1@@@1.
Come fissare Errore 2496 (L'azione o il metodo richiede un argomento Nome query) - L'azione o il metodo richiede un argomento Nome query.@Hai tentato di utilizzare l'azione o il metodo OpenQuery, ma hai lasciato vuoto l'argomento Nome query.@Nell'argomento Nome query, inserisci un nome di query.@1@@@1.
Hoe maak je Fout 2496 (De actie of methode vereist een argument Query Name) - De actie of methode vereist een argument Querynaam.@U hebt geprobeerd de actie of methode OpenQuery te gebruiken, maar u hebt het argument Querynaam leeg gelaten.@Voer in het argument Querynaam een ​​querynaam in.@1@@@1.
Comment réparer Erreur 2496 (L'action ou la méthode nécessite un argument Nom de la requête) - L'action ou la méthode requiert un argument Nom de la requête.@Vous avez essayé d'utiliser l'action ou la méthode OpenQuery, mais vous avez laissé l'argument Nom de la requête vide.@Dans l'argument Nom de la requête, entrez un nom de requête.@1@@@1.
어떻게 고치는 지 오류 2496 (작업 또는 메서드에 쿼리 이름 인수가 필요합니다.) - 작업 또는 메서드에 쿼리 이름 인수가 필요합니다.@OpenQuery 작업 또는 메서드를 사용하려고 했지만 쿼리 이름 인수를 비워 둡니다.@쿼리 이름 인수에 쿼리 이름을 입력합니다.@1@@@1.
Como corrigir o Erro 2496 (A ação ou método requer um argumento Query Name) - A ação ou método requer um argumento Query Name. @ Você tentou usar a ação ou método OpenQuery, mas deixou o argumento Query Name em branco. @ No argumento Query Name, insira um nome de consulta. @ 1 @@@ 1.
Hur man åtgärdar Fel 2496 (Åtgärden eller metoden kräver ett Query Name-argument) - Åtgärden eller metoden kräver ett frågeramnargument.@Du försökte använda OpenQuery -åtgärden eller -metoden, men du lämnade argumentet Frågans namn tomt.@I argumentet Frågans namn anger du ett frågesnamn.@1 @@@ 1.
Как исправить Ошибка 2496 (Действие или метод требует аргумента имени запроса) - Для действия или метода требуется аргумент «Имя запроса». @ Вы пытались использовать действие или метод OpenQuery, но оставили поле «Имя запроса» пустым. @ В аргументе «Имя запроса» введите имя запроса. @ 1 @@@ 1.
Jak naprawić Błąd 2496 (Akcja lub metoda wymaga argumentu Nazwa zapytania) - Akcja lub metoda wymaga argumentu Nazwa zapytania.@Próbowałeś użyć akcji lub metody OpenQuery, ale pozostawiłeś argument Nazwa zapytania pusty.@W argumencie Nazwa zapytania wprowadź nazwę zapytania.@1@@@1.
Cómo arreglar Error 2496 (La acción o el método requiere un argumento de nombre de consulta) - La acción o el método requiere un argumento de nombre de consulta. @ Intentó utilizar la acción o método de OpenQuery, pero dejó en blanco el argumento de nombre de consulta. @ En el argumento de nombre de consulta, introduzca un nombre de consulta. @ 1 @@ 1.

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