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Check for data errors in a form

Microsoft Office InfoPath 2003 automatically checks the information you enter into a form for data errors as you type. If a problem with the information you type into a form is found, you will be presented with either a traditional dialog box alert or an inline alert.

1. Type into the form.
2. Do one of the following:

   If a dialog box alert appears

   1. Read the error message, and then click OK.
   2. Make the appropriate corrections.

   If an inline alert appears

   1. To display a short description of the problem, rest your pointer over the field to read a ScreenTip, or right-click the field and read the first item on the shortcut menu.

      Note  Certain errors may also include a Full error description command on the shortcut menu. You can click this command to view additional information about the problem.

   2. Make the appropriate corrections.

3. To go to the next error in the form, click Go to Next Error on the Tools menu.

Notes

• If you forget to enter data into a required field, a red asterisk will appear instead of an inline alert. To make the red asterisk disappear, enter a value in the field.
• The information in this topic may not apply if you are working with a form designed using Microsoft Office InfoPath 2003 without the service pack installed. Learn more