I am using: Microsoft Access Barcode Control 14.0 to remove an old QR code image (OLED object) and give me a new one for printing. The new QR code will include an updated timestamp for when a task was completed and then automatically print this QR code to a sticky label.

In short: Scan one QR code: Print same QR code with timestamp appended.

THE PROBLEM: About once every week or two my file will stop working and I will find "MISSING: Microsoft Access Barcode Control 14.0" show up in my VBA Project References.

The fix is an easy one for me who knows VBA. Though, when it goes missing, it completely stops the use of the file for my coworkers (we work on different shifts). I would gladly train them to reinstall the ActiveX Control but I find that they will sooner just not use the file than dive into the underbelly of the beast (VBA).

Why does ActiveX Control go missing, or more importantly, what is the fix?