John, If the database was originally an Access 2k data file, then there must a an Access 2000 PROGRAM somewhere around..... yes? no? all of the above? <grin> Take the data file to a machine that is a PURE Access 97 machine and load the ENTIRE datafile into Access 97. Run the repair database utility. Run the compact database utility. Add a new record to something. Finally close the file. Do all the above in that exact order. Now try your link. Jim Meagher ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sanborn, John" <[log in to unmask]> > Sorry for the confusion, had read though it before sending, but not well > enough. > > This line: > - Off2k machine (1 each) - Converted Access 2000 machine to 'prior Access > version' > Should read: > - Off2k machine (1 each) - Converted Access 2000 DATABASE to 'prior Access > version' > > The original db was created in Access 2000 then moved to 4 different Access > 97 machines. On all 4 machines the 'Create Linked Table Wizard' WAS working > BEFORE loading the converted Access 2000 db, and NOT working AFTER loading > the db. The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://nospin.com