Cannot open access mdb files

When I try and open an Access Database file I get the following message:

"You need Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.00 or better to use this feature.
You can download the latest version of internet explorer from
http://www.microsoft.com."

I am currently already running IE 7.0 and Office XP with Access 2002.
I am running Windows XP.
Also, I have been able to use access with no problems up until now.

Any suggestions would be appreciated...
Thanks, Doug

re: Cannot open access mdb files

Looks like your startup triggers something.
Best to keep the SHIFT key pressed when opening the database.
Next open some VBA code (e.g. a module) and check under Tools/References or a library is checked with a name starting with "MISSING"
Remove the check from that line and use Debug/Compile to check or your application will still work.
When there are no errors it will be OK, else check another library that's handling IE.

Nic;o)