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How To Fix [pii_email_e7ab94772079efbbcb25] Error Message In Microsoft Outlook

Last Updated on July 15, 2024
How To Fix [pii_email_e7ab94772079efbbcb25] Error Message In MS Outlook
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Microsoft Outlook is used for sending and receiving email by nearly 400 million people, but every so often this becomes frustrating as it stops working and shows errors on the user’s screen. 

Like many other Outlook errors, the [piii_email_e7a8b6d1f3c0f4e1f5] Outlook error is very common. Many users report that they are seeing an issue when using Outlook and are unable to access and send emails.

Another common Outlook error message is [pii_pn_8a68e8c174733080624b] error, and it can be caused by numerous things such as a corrupted installation process or some kind of conflict against some other applications.

Don’t be alarmed by this scary-looking error message. The Outlook error message [PII_EMAIL_E7AB94772079EFBBCB25] looks so much like a technical issue as it includes the random alpha­numeric characters like some kind of code but in reality, this is not a technical issue at all.

Here are some solutions that helped others to fix the Outlook error in their cases. However, before directly jumping to the solutions, it’s important to understand what is wrong. Let’s get started by finding out the common causes.

What Causes Outlook Error [pii_email_e7ab94772079efbbcb25]?

Corrupted Installation

Outlook has been installed on your computer without any problems. But after several months, you start getting this error. This usually happens when you install new software on your PC. It may happen because of a virus infection or a malware attack. 

You should check if there is any suspicious program running on your system. If you have recently updated your antivirus, then make sure that it is up-to-date. Also, try to scan your entire system with an anti-malware tool.

If you suspect that the installation of your Outlook application has been corrupted, you should reinstall the app and see if the error still occurs.

Multiple Accounts on Microsoft Outlook

Occasionally, Outlook does not allow you to open multiple accounts at once.

For example, if you want to use a Gmail account along with a Hotmail account, then you need to close one of them first. Then re-open both of them again. This may solve the problem.

Unable To Connect To Server

You might be facing issues while connecting to the server. In this case, you should check if you have entered the correct information correctly. Make sure that you have typed the right name of the server and its IP address. Also, make sure that you have selected the correct port number.

Other Application Confliction

It is possible that you have another application running on your PC which conflicts with the Outlook application. So, simply remove this application and restart your PC. After doing that, try opening Outlook again.

Corrupted Cache

This error can also occur due to corruption in the cache folder. If the browser stored cache becomes corrupted, this may interfere with running applications.  So, delete the cache files from the C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Outlook folder. Restart your PC and try opening Outlook again. If the error persists, then you will have to perform a clean installation of the application.

Temporary Internet Files

The temporary internet files can cause this error. Delete these files and restart your PC. Try opening Outlook again.

Internet Issues

In rare cases, you may face an issue with the Internet connection. So, try checking whether the network cable is connected properly. Also, make sure to check for any firewall settings.

Outdated Microsoft Outlook Version

Outlook is available in different versions. The latest version is 2019. If you are using an old version, then update it now. Otherwise, you may experience similar errors because of a malfunction or incompatibility with other applications. 

So, here are some of the most common causes of errors in your Microsoft Outlook. Now, follow the steps below to fix them.

Separate The Emails And Remove Unnecessary Ones

If your inbox contains a lot of email, then you’re probably experiencing this problem in both your Outlook and Gmail accounts. Additionally, if you have multiple email accounts registered to your device, this may be causing the error message.  

Separate your email accounts and log in with those that are important to you so that you don’t miss any important messages. You can also use the alternative option to split emails into different folders.

Check whether the problem persists or has been resolved after performing this fix. If the error still doesn’t go away, move on to the next step.

1

Clear Application Cache

Sometimes, when you install new software or updates, there may be some leftover data that gets cached in your computer’s memory. These leftover data are called cache files. They can get stored in various locations such as:

  • C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local\Microsoft
  • C:\ProgramData\Microsoft
  • C:\Users\Public\Documents\Windows
  • C:\Users\Default\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft

You can clear all the cache files by following the instructions below:

Step

1

Open Windows Explorer

Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the above-mentioned location where the cache file resides.

Step

2

Delete

Right-click on the cache file and select “Delete”.

Step

3

Confirm

Click Yes to confirm deletion.

Step

4

Restart

Restart your PC and open Outlook again.

Step

5

Check Whether The Error Persists

Check whether the error persists or not. If the error does not go away, try clearing the cache file manually.

2

Clear Browser Cache

Your web browsers store information about websites that you visit in their cache. Sometimes, this information gets stored in the wrong place and creates problems while accessing certain sites. In order to resolve this issue, you need to clear the cache of your web browser.

Follow the steps below to do so:

Step

1

Go To The Address Bar

Go to the address bar of your web browser (such as Chrome).

Step

2

Pop Up Window

A pop up window will appear asking you to choose between “Always” and “Never”. Choose “Never” from the drop down menu. This will ensure that no information about the website is saved in the browser’s cache.

Step

3

Restart Your Web Browser

Restart your web browser and open Outlook again. Check whether the error persists.

Step

4

If The Error Persists

If the error still persists, clear the cache of your browser manually.

Step

5

For Other Browsers

Use the same process for Internet Explorer and Firefox.

Step

6

Open Outlook

Try opening Outlook again.

3

Update The Outlook Application

Outlook is an application which automatically checks for updates every time it starts. However, sometimes these updates fail to download properly. To update the Outlook application, follow the steps below:

Step

1

Launch Control Panel

First, launch the Control Panel.

Step

2

Programs And Features

Select Programs and Features.

Step

3

Click Windows Features

Click on Turn Windows features on or off.

Step

4

Microsoft Office Category

Scroll down until you see the Microsoft Office 2013 category.

Step

5

Confirm

Click OK.

Step

6

Wait For The Installation

Wait for the installation to finish. Once done, restart Outlook.

Step

7

Check If The Error Persists

Check whether the error still persists.

Check Your Internet Connection

If you’re having trouble connecting to the internet, check whether your network settings are correct. Make sure that your router is connected to the right port and that it isn’t blocking incoming connections. Also, make sure that your modem is set up correctly.

Try A Different Email Account

Sometimes, if you have multiple email accounts configured in Outlook, the problem might occur because of one of them. You can create a different account and test it out before deleting the old ones.

Conclusion

We hope that our troubleshooting guide helped you fix this Outlook error message. We hope you have managed to resolve this issue using one of the above methods.

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