Operation failed. Outlook Error: The object could not be found[FIX]

You are receiving an error message » The operation failed…. An item could not be found Outlook gives an error when you try to forward or reply to emails. You may get an error when forwarding or replying to emails using the program. These are the possible ways that Outlook 2016 or 13 can fix this problem. These fixes may also be applicable to previous versions.

What can you do to fix it? Outlook Error: Object not found

1. Make sure Outlook is not running in compatibility mode

1. You may have configured the program to run in compatibility mode. This could cause a crash. You can change the setting by going to File Explorer (or Windows) and opening Outlook in the folder.

2. Now, right click on Outlook.exe to choose Intellectual Click on the context menu to bring up the Properties window.

3. Click on the Compatibility tab. The box will open » For perfect compatibility mode, run this program.

4. The box is checked For perfect compatibility mode, run this program If enabled, disable this option.

5. Use the Email Click here Admits To close the window.

2. Register a new Outlook profile

A third reason for the error “The operation was not successful…” in Outlook is corrupted email accounts. This can be fixed by setting up new profiles and sending the email again. This is how to set up a new Outlook profile.

1. To open Control Panel, first enter Control Panel (or Start Menu) in the Cortana search box.

2. For the Mail applet, click the Mail icon.

3. Now click on the icon Teach concretes In the mail configuration window

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4. Click the button Add To open a new profile window, click on the General tab.

5. Click on to enter a new username for your profile OK .

6. Please click on the link Sign Up Opens the Add Account Wizard window. To modify your account, you can complete the wizard.

7. In the new account profile, send the email.

3. Repair Outlook via Programs and Features tab

1. Outlook settings can be fixed via the Programs and Settings tab in the Control Panel. Press Win + R to open the tab in the image below. Type appwiz.cpl and press Enter.

2. Now, you have to right click on Microsoft Office/Outlook to choose There are always changes Use the context menu.

3. Click on the radio button Quick repair Click on the link in the new window Fix . Optionally, you can choose the “option” Online repair That is, much more finished.

4. Fix Outlook account

1. You can also try to fix the Outlook account in question It was a mistake «. You can correct an account by opening Outlook and clicking on the File tab.

2. Please choose Information Click here Set up your account Here you can enter the settings of the account you want to repair.

3. Click the Email tab in the Account Settings window. Choose the account you want to repair and click the button. Fix .

4. The Fix Account window opens. Now, you can fix the account you have chosen by clicking “Fix” Next .

5. Once the account is repaired, you can restart the program to send an email.

5. You can disable the antivirus program

Outlook integrates an antivirus program to scan your email for errors. Therefore, you need to disable any third-party antivirus programs. The Windows antivirus tool can be closed by right-clicking on the taskbar and choosing Close. Task manager . The next window will open. Here you can select the background development of the antivirus program. Simply click on the button Finish the job To close the software. If the context menu contains the necessary options, you can disable the antivirus program in the system tray. To confirm this, open Outlook.

6. Third-party Outlook repair program

Hay apps There are many other tools that can be used to fix Outlook. While not all of them are free, most offer a trial version that can be added to Windows for several weeks. This will allow you to fix possible problems like “Invalid Outlook Contacts” It was a mistake » with. » with Phoenix Star Vision PST Repair to Windows is available on the official website. The Outlook repair tool is highly recommended and has high success rates. DiskInternals Outlook Recovery is another bundle of email utilities you can try. You can also use Recovery for Outlook, DiskInternals Outlook Recovery or Scanpst.

These corrections have the possibility of solving the "fault" It was a mistake That is what is disabling your email. It is possible that at least one of these fixes will be successful. The Windows Report product shows the steps to repair Outlook.

Editor's Note: The original April 2017 publication of this article has been completely rewritten and updated to reflect current accuracy, completeness and freshness.