[FIXED] Cannot start Microsoft Outlook Error

The error message “Cannot start Microsoft Outlook” can be caused by various reasons, such as a corrupted Outlook profile, incompatible add-ins, damaged Outlook data files, or issues with the Outlook program itself.

To Fix this issue, you can try the following steps given below :

Start Outlook in Safe Mode: 

This solution is a quick way to determine if any add-ins are causing this Unable to start Microsoft Outlook Error . Safe Mode starts Outlook without loading any add-ins, and it also checks for any issues with the Outlook data files. 

• To start Outlook in Safe Mode, 
• press and hold the CTRL key while you click on the Outlook icon.

Reset Navigation Pane to fix Cannot start Microsoft Outlook  :

Outlook permits the customers to personalize the navigation pane which is the leftmost pane in the main  window. 

Sometimes, customizations in the navigation pane can forestall you from the beginning of the Microsoft Outlook. You can reset the navigation pane to restore the  Cannot Open Microsoft Outlook  Follow these steps:

• Close Outlook and different functions that are the usage of Outlook.
• Press Windows + R keys to launch the Run tool.
• In the Run window, type “outlook.exe /resetnavpane” and press ENTER.

Repair Microsoft Outlook data files: 

Outlook data files can become corrupted due to various reasons, including power outages or improper shutdowns. If this happens, use the built-in Inbox 

• Repair tool (SCANPST.EXE) to repair the data files. 
• To use the tool, go to the Outlook installation directory
• Look for the SCANPST.EXE file. 
• Double-click on the file 
• Follow the on-screen instructions to repair the data files.

Repair an Microsoft office application

The steps to repair a Microsoft Office application can vary slightly depending on which version of Office you are using, but generally the steps are as follows:

• Close any Office applications that are currently running.
• Open the Control Panel by clicking the Start button and type “Control Panel” into the search bar.
• Click on “Programs and Features” 
• Find the Microsoft Office application you want to repair in the list of installed programs, and click on it.
• Click on the “Change” button (or “Modify” if you are using an older version of Office).
• Select “Repair” and click “Next”.
• Follow the prompts to finish the repairing process.
• Once the repair is complete, restart your computer and try opening the Office application again.

If the repair process does not fix the issue , you may need to uninstall and reinstall the application. It’s also possible that the issue is caused by a larger problem with your computer or network 

 Remove and reinstall office

Following the steps below :

• Download Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant utility.
• Run the downloaded file SetupProd_OffScrub.exe application.
• Install Microsoft repairing tool.
• When the setup is completed, click on Agree the rules and prerequisites by using clicking Yes.
• Wait till the ‘Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant’ troubleshooting the issue finishes .
• Select the checkbox, at the left panel of the Office product which you have named to choose all the established Office products and click on Next.

Create a new Microsoft Office Outlook profile: 

If the issue Cannot Start Microsoft Office Outlook persists, it may be due to a corrupted Outlook profile. Creating a new profile may help resolve the problem.

•  To create a new profile,
•  Go to Control Panel >to  Mail option > Show Profiles. 
• Click on Add 
• Follow the onscreen instructions or commands  to create a  profile ( new) .

Disable add-ins:

 If the issue is caused by a third-party add-in, disabling the add-in may help resolve the problem. 

• To disable add-ins 
• Go File > Options > Add-ins.
• Click on the Go button next to Manage: 
• COM Add-ins and uncheck any add-ins that you think might be causing the issue.

Reinstall Microsoft Outlook:

 If none of the above solutions work, you can try reinstalling Microsoft Outlook. This will remove all the program files and reinstall them, potentially resolving any issues with the program.

In conclusion,

These are the most common solutions for the Cannot start Microsoft Outlook error message. Finally, If you are still not able to resolve this error, we suggest you to chat with our assured experts. I am sure they will give you the best solutions to resolve this error completely. You can also visit our website for more information.