OL2000: ErrMsg "<path and filename>.pst could not be accessed"

ID: Q195961


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Outlook 2000


SYMPTOMS

When attempting to start Microsoft Outlook, you may receive the following error message:

Cannot start the reminder services. Unable to show reminders. The file <path and filename>.pst could not be accessed because another workstation has modified it. Close then restart all mail enabled applications.


CAUSE

Either a corrupted service in the profile or too many services in the profile may cause this problem.


RESOLUTION

Create a new profile and add the services one at a time, testing between each.

Additional query words: mailbox

Keywords : kberrmsg GnlAddin CfgProfl
Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: May 14, 1999
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