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Validating number field

hello,

I am new to access .I am trying to validate a numeric field (Employee
number)This field is not auto generated,it is user input field.The
data entered in this field should not be less than or = to 0.Can
anyone tell me how to set the validation rule for this at the design
time.I have given a message for validation.Any other suggestion as to
how best I
can validate this field is welcome.

Thanks
Dos
Nov 12 '05 #1
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Open the table in design view.

Select the field.

In the lower pane, enter this beside Validation Rule:
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I am new to access .I am trying to validate a numeric field (Employee
number)This field is not auto generated,it is user input field.The
data entered in this field should not be less than or = to 0.Can
anyone tell me how to set the validation rule for this at the design
time.I have given a message for validation.Any other suggestion as to
how best I
can validate this field is welcome.

Nov 12 '05 #2

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