Troubleshoot MS Access2000 DB Locked Error

We are having trouble with our Access 2000 database. We often get the message "database placed in a state by 'admin'....that prevents it being opened or locked". I know this happens when a user is in design view but this seems to happen regardless but also intermittantly. File attached has copy of error message. I will supply copy of the DB to successful bidder. Appreciate help. ## Deliverables Advice via email. Explanation of problem and resolution method. ## Platform windows