Runtime Error 203: What Does It Mean? How can I get rid of it?

What is runtime error 203? If you are reading this, you have probably experienced one. Unfortunately, there isn’t much information available online (as you’ve probably already noticed). Fortunately for you, you have just found one of the few pages available on the problem!

Runtime error 203 is memory related.

Many of these types of problems, not just 203, are related to memory. It usually means that, for whatever reason, your computer does not have enough current memory to keep up with the program that sent the error message.

How can you fix this problem with the computer memory?

There are a few things you can try.

1. Close unnecessary programs that you see running. You may be able to fix this problem simply by closing other running software on your computer. Close all other programs that you know are running.

2. Look for other programs that you don’t know are running. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. In Windows Vista, this will take you to a multiple-choice screen. Click on “Task Manager”. In earlier versions of Windows, this key sequence should take you directly to the task manager.

The task manager is a small box that shows you the programs that are running on your computer. Sometimes it will show programs that you didn’t know were still running and which ones shouldn’t be. Click on anything that appears to be running, but you don’t actually see running on your desktop. Then click “End Task”.

3. Check for updates to your software. Updates will often fix a number of bugs with the current version you are running. Even if there is nothing wrong with the current version, you may have a problem on your computer that will be fixed when you update the software.

4. Reinstall the software. As a last resort, you should uninstall and then reinstall the software that is giving you the error message. This is one of the most effective, but time consuming, ways to fix this problem.

But what if you can’t fix runtime error 203 with the above methods?

You may have a problem with your Windows registry. Some registry problems can occur from uninstalls and software updates, which often leave useless files that can clutter the registry.

The most sinister problems can come from programs such as viruses, Trojan horses, or malicious spyware programs. Antivirus programs can usually take care of these threats, but they often do little to eliminate the problems they leave behind. Learn more about runtime error 203 problems to see how you can repair your computer and prevent it from getting “sick” ever again.