{"id":8796,"date":"2023-12-09T07:27:31","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T07:27:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/?p=8796"},"modified":"2025-12-17T11:55:03","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T11:55:03","slug":"outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Fixed: Outlook Out of Memory or System Resources Error (Windows 10\/11)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;8796&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (1 vote)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Fixed: Outlook Out of Memory or System Resources Error (Windows 10\\\/11)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (1 vote)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>Various users encounter the frustrating hurdle of facing the dreaded &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; errors. Regardless, these errors disrupt workflow, potentially leading to data loss and significantly impeding overall productivity. This upcoming blog will discuss the prime causes behind these issues. Moreover, we\u2019ll highlight the different ways of troubleshooting solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The error message &#8220;Close some windows or programs and try again&#8221; commonly occurs in situations where a system struggles with limited available memory or system resources. This error has a significant effect on the computer&#8217;s vital resources, such as RAM and CPU, due to the concurrent operation of multiple applications or processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/fix-cannot-open-default-email-folders-in-outlook-error\/\">Cannot Open Default Email Folders in Outlook<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#What_Causes_the_%E2%80%98Out_of_Memory_or_%E2%80%98System_Resources_Error\" >What Causes the &#8216;Out of Memory&#8217; or &#8216;System Resources&#8217; Error?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Quick_Solutions_for_the_%E2%80%98Out_of_Memory_or_%E2%80%98System_Resources_Error_in_Outlook\" >Quick Solutions for the &#8216;Out of Memory&#8217; or &#8216;System Resources&#8217; Error in Outlook<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Fix_1_Terminating_Unnecessary_Background_Programs_to_Resolve_Issues\" >Fix #1: Terminating Unnecessary Background Programs to Resolve Issues:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Fix_2_Ensuring_Outlook_is_Up-to-Date_for_Optimal_Performance\" >Fix #2: Ensuring Outlook is Up-to-Date for Optimal Performance:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Fix_3_Checking_Resource_Usage_for_Improved_System_Performance\" >Fix #3: Checking Resource Usage for Improved System Performance:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Fix_4_Increasing_Memory_Heap_Size_for_Enhanced_Performance\" >Fix #4: Increasing Memory Heap Size for Enhanced Performance:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Authors_Suggestions\" >Author\u2019s Suggestions!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/outlook-out-of-memory-or-system-resources\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_the_%E2%80%98Out_of_Memory_or_%E2%80%98System_Resources_Error\"><\/span>What Causes the &#8216;Out of Memory&#8217; or &#8216;System Resources&#8217; Error?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The error message &#8220;Outlook Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; is typically caused by a lack of available system resources, particularly insufficient RAM or high CPU usage. Here are some common causes that lead to this error:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong> Insufficient Random Access Memory (RAM): <\/strong>When multiple applications run simultaneously, the system&#8217;s available memory can become overwhelmed if the computer has limited RAM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong> Memory Leaks:<\/strong> Certain programs may\u2019ve memory leaks, which cause them to consume memory without returning it to the system, leading to resource depletion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong> Resource-Intensive Applications: <\/strong>Specific software types, video editing tools, or other resource-demanding applications require considerable system resources for optimal performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong> Background Processes: <\/strong>The presence of multiple background processes or services can significantly deplete system resources. It leaves inadequate reserves for other essential tasks and operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong> Insufficient Virtual Memory:<\/strong> If the system is set to use a limited amount of virtual memory, it can contribute to running out of available memory and prompt the error message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding these causes assists in troubleshooting and taking appropriate actions to prevent or resolve the error. Now, we will learn how to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Solutions_for_the_%E2%80%98Out_of_Memory_or_%E2%80%98System_Resources_Error_in_Outlook\"><\/span>Quick Solutions for the &#8216;Out of Memory&#8217; or &#8216;System Resources&#8217; Error in Outlook<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Encountering the &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; error while using Microsoft Outlook can be frustrating. We\u2019ve multiple approaches to resolve this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_1_Terminating_Unnecessary_Background_Programs_to_Resolve_Issues\"><\/span>Fix #1: Terminating Unnecessary Background Programs to Resolve Issues:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When your system runs multiple applications simultaneously, it can lead to resource depletion, triggering the Outlook error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, right-click on the <strong>taskbar<\/strong> at the bottom of your screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From the <strong>context<\/strong> menu, select the <strong>Task Manager<\/strong>&nbsp;option. Alternatively, press <strong>Ctrl + Shift + Esc<\/strong>&nbsp;on your keyboard to open <strong>Task Manager<\/strong> directly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once <strong>Task Manager<\/strong> opens, navigate to the <strong>Processes<\/strong>&nbsp;tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, <strong>scan<\/strong> the listed programs and identify those consuming significant system resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, select the program you wish to close by clicking on it, then click the <strong>End task<\/strong>&nbsp;button at the bottom right corner of the <strong>Task Manager<\/strong> window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat this process for other unnecessary applications to free up system resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After closing the non-essential background programs, launch or switch back to Microsoft Outlook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify if the &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; error is resolved. Terminating resource-intensive background programs allows Outlook to function without bearing resource shortages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources in Outlook&#8221; error in Microsoft Outlook can be mitigated by managing background programs consuming excessive system resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_2_Ensuring_Outlook_is_Up-to-Date_for_Optimal_Performance\"><\/span>Fix #2: Ensuring Outlook is Up-to-Date for Optimal Performance:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re having trouble with missing holidays on your Outlook calendar, it may be due to an outdated version. Follow these steps to update Outlook:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, launch the <strong>Outlook<\/strong> app. If you can\u2019t access Outlook, open any other Office app like Word or Excel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once in Outlook or another Office app, go to the <strong>File<\/strong>&nbsp;menu at the top-left corner of the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, click on the <strong>Office Account<\/strong>&nbsp;option from the <strong>File<\/strong> menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, look for the <strong>Update Options<\/strong>&nbsp;button with a down arrow and click on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further, choose the <strong>Update Now<\/strong>&nbsp;option. The prompts Office to check for available updates and install them for Outlook and other Office apps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, allow Office to download and install the updates. The process might take some time, depending on the updates&#8217; size and your internet connection speed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the updates are installed, close and reopen Outlook to ensure the changes take effect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At last, check your Outlook calendar to confirm if the holidays now appear correctly. The update should resolve any issues related to missing holidays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By updating your Microsoft Outlook application, you can rectify problems associated with holidays not displaying on your calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_3_Checking_Resource_Usage_for_Improved_System_Performance\"><\/span>Fix #3: Checking Resource Usage for Improved System Performance:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To determine if your computer is facing memory or system resource problems, follow these steps using the Task Manager:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To open Task Manager, press <strong>CTRL + SHIFT + DEL<\/strong>&nbsp;and select <strong>Task Manager<\/strong>. Alternatively, you can use the <strong>CTRL + SHIFT + ESC<\/strong>&nbsp;keys to directly open <strong>Task Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once <strong>Task Manager<\/strong> is open, click the <strong>More Details<\/strong>&nbsp;button at the bottom left corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Performance<\/strong>&nbsp;tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Afterwards, check this area to see if your system resources consistently reach maximum capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, go back to the <strong>Processes<\/strong>&nbsp;tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for any specific application or process that consumes a significant amount of system resources, such as excessive RAM or CPU usage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find any resource-intensive processes, consider closing them by selecting the process and clicking on <strong>End task<\/strong>. The following action should help alleviate the &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fix_4_Increasing_Memory_Heap_Size_for_Enhanced_Performance\"><\/span>Fix #4: Increasing Memory Heap Size for Enhanced Performance:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To adjust the memory heap size and potentially fix the Outlook error, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, close <strong>Outlook<\/strong> completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, press the <strong>Windows + R<\/strong> keys simultaneously, type <strong>regedit<\/strong>, and hit <strong>OK<\/strong> or press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the <strong>Registry Editor<\/strong> window, browse to the following path:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows Messaging Subsystem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Then, right-click within the right pane, select <strong>New<\/strong>, then click <strong>DWORD Value<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, enter &#8220;<strong>SharedMemMaxSize<\/strong>&#8221; as the name and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, double-click &#8220;<strong>SharedMemMaxSize<\/strong>,&#8221; set the value data to &#8220;<strong>300000<\/strong>,&#8221; and ensure the base is set to <strong>Hexadecimal<\/strong>. Click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the <strong>Registry Editor<\/strong>, go to the path:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows Messaging Subsystem\\Applications\\Outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Further, follow the same process as before. Now, right-click, choose <strong>New<\/strong>, then <strong>DWORD Value<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name it &#8220;<strong>SharedMemMaxSize<\/strong>,&#8221; and hit <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double-click it, set the value data to &#8220;<strong>300000<\/strong>,&#8221; ensure the base remains &#8220;<strong>Hexadecimal<\/strong>,&#8221; and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you&#8217;ve completed these steps, close the <strong>Registry Editor<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>You can try increasing the values up to 0x800000 if the initial values don\u2019t resolve the issue. However, exercising caution is vital when modifying registry settings. Always back up the registry before making any changes to allow for restoration if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The above solutions will help you to resolve the error. But sometimes, the manual approaches don\u2019t work appropriately. Moreover, it may lead to corruption in your OST files. If you find the file damaged or inaccessible, opt for the <strong>Cigati <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/ost-file-recovery-tool\/\">OST File Recovery<\/a><\/strong>. The software will recover the inaccessibility without altering a single piece of data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authors_Suggestions\"><\/span>Author\u2019s Suggestions!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Encountering &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; errors can be frustrating, but understanding their causes and implementing proactive solutions can mitigate these issues. To improve the stability of the system, users can implement the strategies and preventive measures that have been outlined. In addition, they can also optimize performance and minimize the occurrence of memory-related errors, ensuring a smoother computing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You May Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/solve-ost-is-not-an-outlook-data-file-error\/\">OST is Not an Outlook Data File<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765972358568\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Why does Outlook crash with this error when I try to open a folder?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> This typically happens when your Outlook data file (PST or OST) is oversized or corrupted. When a file is too large, Outlook struggles to allocate the necessary memory to cache and display the folder contents, leading to the &#8220;cannot display the folder&#8221; message.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765972369174\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Does a large mailbox really cause &#8220;Out of Memory&#8221; errors?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes. Outlook caches parts of your PST\/OST files in RAM to improve speed. If you have many large PST files connected or a single massive file (e.g., 50GB+), the cache can exceed the memory allocated to it. Archiving old emails or removing unused data files can free up these resources.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765972404172\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Will updating Outlook resolve the &#8220;system resources&#8221; issue?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Often, yes. Microsoft regularly releases patches for memory leaks and resource management bugs. Go to\u00a0<strong>File > Office Account > Update Options > Update Now<\/strong>\u00a0to ensure you are on the latest version.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Various users encounter the frustrating hurdle of facing the dreaded &#8220;Out of Memory or System Resources&#8221; errors. 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