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Fix WASP FontWare Barcode Error in Microsoft Access on Windows 11
Question details
The user encounters an ActiveX barcode control error in Microsoft Access caused by a bitness or architecture incompatibility with WASP FontWare on Windows 11.
- Product
- Microsoft Access
- Device & OS
- Windows 11
- Scenario
- Attempting to use WASP FontWare or its ActiveX barcode control within a Microsoft Access database.
- Observed behavior
- Access displays the error message 'There is no object in this control' because a 32-bit barcode control fails to run in a 64-bit Office environment.
Verify the bitness (32-bit or 64-bit) of your current Microsoft Office installation and ensure you have administrative privileges on your Windows 11 device to install or re-register ActiveX components.
Match Microsoft Office and WASP FontWare Bitness
Ensure that Microsoft Access and the WASP barcode control are using the same architecture, as 32-bit controls cannot run in 64-bit versions of Access.
The most common cause for the 'no object in this control' error is a bitness mismatch. WASP FontWare often installs 32-bit ActiveX controls that are invisible to a 64-bit Microsoft Office installation.
Open Microsoft Access, click on 'File' in the top ribbon, and select 'Account' at the bottom left.
Click the 'About Access' button. A new window will appear showing whether your installation is 32-bit or 64-bit at the top.
If Office is 64-bit and your WASP FontWare is 32-bit, you must either uninstall 64-bit Office and install the 32-bit version, or contact WASP support to obtain a 64-bit compatible add-in.
Once the architectures match, restart Microsoft Access and attempt to insert the barcode control again.
Re-register the WASP Barcode Component
Re-running the installation setup can repair unregistered or broken ActiveX components in the Windows 11 registry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'There is no object in this control' mean in Access?
This error means Microsoft Access cannot load the requested ActiveX control. It usually occurs when a 32-bit control is being opened in a 64-bit version of Microsoft Office, or when the control's registry files are corrupted.
Can I use 32-bit ActiveX controls in 64-bit Microsoft Access?
No, 32-bit ActiveX controls, such as older WASP FontWare add-ins, are technically incompatible with 64-bit Office environments. You must match the bitness of both the Office software and the add-in.
How do I register an ActiveX control manually in Windows 11?
You can manually register an ActiveX control by typing 'cmd' in the Windows search bar, right-clicking 'Command Prompt', and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Then, type 'regsvr32' followed by the full file path to the control's .ocx or .dll file and press Enter.
Does WASP FontWare fully support Windows 11?
Recent versions of WASP FontWare generally support Windows 11, but older legacy versions might require software updates or running the application in compatibility mode. Always check the official WASP vendor site for the latest drivers.
