{"id":23063,"date":"2023-11-07T14:34:41","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T09:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/?p=23063"},"modified":"2023-11-08T10:43:58","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T05:13:58","slug":"fixed-outlook-stuck-on-processing-error","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fixed-outlook-stuck-on-processing-error\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix \u201cOutlook Stuck on Processing\u201d Error?"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"border: 2px dashed #eee; height: 59px;\" width=\"977\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #eee; text-align: justify;\"><strong>Summary: When you start Microsoft Outlook, it should launch immediately without any hiccups. However, if the Microsoft Outlook hangs at the launch or processing stage with the flash screen when you start it, follow the solutions discussed in this guide to troubleshoot and resolve the issues Outlook Stuck on Processing Error.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/ost-pst\/StellarConverterforOST.exe\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22794 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win.png\" alt=\"Stellar Download\" width=\"260\" height=\"80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win.png 260w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win-150x46.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The <strong>&#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221; Error<\/strong> occurs when Outlook gets stuck on the loading screen and fails to open. Users may also experience a similar error that prevents Outlook from starting or stopped working. This can prevent users from accessing their emails, contacts, calendar items, notes, etc. It also prevents Outlook users from sending or receiving new emails, thereby hampering the workflow and leading to downtime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/deleted-emails-keep-coming-back-in-outlook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Why Do Deleted Emails Keep Coming Back in Outlook?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this blog, you will learn several reasons that can trigger the error and solutions to effectively troubleshoot and resolve this error to restore the Outlook functionality.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/software\/buy\/ost-pst\/buy-now.php?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=OST-PST&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-Mid-Banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22994 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST.jpg\" alt=\"mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST\" width=\"850\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST-300x124.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST-150x62.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST-768x316.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mid-banner-Stellar-Converter-for-OST-610x250.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Table of Content:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fixed-outlook-stuck-on-processing-error\/#srv1\"><strong>Reasons got the Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fixed-outlook-stuck-on-processing-error\/#srv2\"><strong>Solutions to Troubleshoot and Resolve the Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fixed-outlook-stuck-on-processing-error\/#srv3\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv1\">Reasons got the Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There are a number of possible causes and reasons for Outlook to behave like this and get stuck at the processing on the splash screen. Below are some common reasons and causes that can cause the <em><strong>&#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221; <\/strong><\/em>error in Outlook 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 or 2021.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Large mailbox size or local cache (OST)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inconsistent or oversized Outlook (OST) data file<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conflicting or incompatible add-ins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdated Outlook software<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corrupt Outlook profile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Synchronization issues with the mailbox server<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Network related issues<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/outlook-not-updating-mail-folders-in-cached-mode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Outlook Not Updating Mail Folders in Cached Mode<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv2\">Solutions to Troubleshoot and Resolve the Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To fix the<em><strong> &#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> error, you can follow the below mentioned solutions in the given order.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 1: Check and Install Outlook Updates<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>By updating the Outlook to the latest version, you can resolve any incompatibility issues or bugs preventing Outlook from opening or leading it to get stuck on processing screen.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Follow the below steps to check and install updates in Outlook:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Open <\/span><b>Outlook <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and click on the <\/span><b>File<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt; <\/span><b>Office Account <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><b>Account<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>2. Click on the <b>Update Options<\/b> button and choose <b>Update Now<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23068 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Click-on-the-Update-Options-button-and-choose-Update-Now.jpg\" alt=\"Click on the Update Options button and choose Update Now\" width=\"650\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Click-on-the-Update-Options-button-and-choose-Update-Now.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Click-on-the-Update-Options-button-and-choose-Update-Now-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Click-on-the-Update-Options-button-and-choose-Update-Now-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>3. Follow the prompts to download and install the updates.<\/p>\n<p>You should also check and install Windows Updates as it may also help you resolve any incompatibility issues or bugs causing the error.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/outlook-data-file-reached-the-maximum-size\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Resolve \u2018Outlook Data File Reached The Maximum Size\u2019<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 2: Find and Disable Incompatible or Faulty Add-Ins<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Incompatible or faulty add-ins can prevent Outlook from working properly and leading to get stuck on the loading screen. To find and remove the faulty add-ins, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<p>1. Open Outlook in Safe mode. Press Windows + R, type Outlook.exe \/safe and click OK.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23070 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Open-Outlook-in-Safe-mode.-Press-Windows-R-type-Outlook.exe-safe-and-click-OK_.jpg\" alt=\"Open Outlook in Safe mode. Press Windows - R type Outlook.exe -safe and click OK\" width=\"399\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Open-Outlook-in-Safe-mode.-Press-Windows-R-type-Outlook.exe-safe-and-click-OK_.jpg 399w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Open-Outlook-in-Safe-mode.-Press-Windows-R-type-Outlook.exe-safe-and-click-OK_-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Open-Outlook-in-Safe-mode.-Press-Windows-R-type-Outlook.exe-safe-and-click-OK_-150x77.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Click on the <\/span><b>File &gt; Options &gt; Add-Ins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Select <\/span><b>COM Add-ins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and click on <\/span><b>Go<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Uncheck the checkbox besides the add-ins that you suspect may be causing the issue. You can also disable all if you are not sure.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23067 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Uncheck-the-checkbox-besides-the-add-ins-that-you-suspect-may-be-causing-the-issue.jpg\" alt=\"Uncheck-the-checkbox-besides-the-add-ins-that-you-suspect-may-be-causing-the-issue\" width=\"607\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Uncheck-the-checkbox-besides-the-add-ins-that-you-suspect-may-be-causing-the-issue.jpg 607w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Uncheck-the-checkbox-besides-the-add-ins-that-you-suspect-may-be-causing-the-issue-300x128.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Uncheck-the-checkbox-besides-the-add-ins-that-you-suspect-may-be-causing-the-issue-150x64.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 607px) 100vw, 607px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>5. Click OK to save the changes and restart Outlook.<\/p>\n<p>6. Then start Outlook normally.<\/p>\n<p>If Outlook starts normally, you need to enable one add-in at a time to find which one is preventing Outlook from loading. Once found, remove the add-in to permanently resolve the error.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 3: Use Inbox Repair Tool- Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If the <em><strong>&#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> error, it could be an inconsistent OST file. To repair the OST data file, you may use the Inbox Repair tool. The tool is provided by Microsoft to fix minor issues with Outlook OST and PST files. Follow these steps to repair the OST file:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Close Outlook and open Control Panel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Go to<\/span><b> User Accounts &gt; Mail <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><b>Mail (32-bit)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. In the <\/span><b>Mail Setup<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> window, click <\/span><b>Data Files<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Choose the OST file associated with your Outlook profile and click on <\/span><b>Open File Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Then launch Inbox Repair (SCANPST.exe) tool. The tool is located in the Microsoft Office directory.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Then-launch-Inbox-Repair-SCANPST.exe-tool.-The-tool-is-located-in-the-Microsoft-Office-directory_.jpg\" alt=\"Then launch Inbox Repair (SCANPST.exe) tool. The tool is located in the Microsoft Office directory\" width=\"650\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Then-launch-Inbox-Repair-SCANPST.exe-tool.-The-tool-is-located-in-the-Microsoft-Office-directory_.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Then-launch-Inbox-Repair-SCANPST.exe-tool.-The-tool-is-located-in-the-Microsoft-Office-directory_-300x97.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Then-launch-Inbox-Repair-SCANPST.exe-tool.-The-tool-is-located-in-the-Microsoft-Office-directory_-150x49.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Click <\/span><b>Browse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to choose the OST file and click <\/span><b>Start<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. The Inbox repair tool will scan the OST file for inconsistencies and errors. If found, click <\/span><b>Repair<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Wait for while till the process is complete. After the repair process, start Outlook. If caused by inconsistent Ost file, this should resolve the issue. Otherwise, continue to follow the next solutions.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 4: Repair &amp; Reinstall Microsoft Office<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Repairing MS Office can fix any issues with program files and restore missing program files, such as DLL files, critical for smooth working or Outlook and other Office apps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open <\/span><b>Control Panel <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and click <\/span><b>Uninstall a program<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select MS Office and click <\/span><b>Change<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the <\/span><b>Repair<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> option and click <\/span><b>Next<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Complete the repair process and the start Outlook. If the repair fails to fix the issue, you can try to reinstall the MS Office.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure to back up the OST file before reinstalling the Microsoft Office. After the backup, uninstall Microsoft Office from your computer and then reinstall it using the original installation media. You may also download it from the official Microsoft website.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 5: Create a New Outlook Profile<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Creating a new Outlook profile can help resolve the<em><strong> &#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> error if the issue is related to a corrupt or damaged profile. To create a new profile, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close Outlook and backup OST file (see instructions in the next solution).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then open the\u00a0<\/span><b>Control Panel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to\u00a0<\/span><b>User Accounts &gt; Mail (32-bit)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and click on\u00a0<\/span><b>Show Profiles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23069 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Go-to-User-Accounts-Mail-32-bit-and-click-on-Show-Profiles_.jpg\" alt=\"Outlook Stuck on Processing Error\" width=\"425\" height=\"279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Go-to-User-Accounts-Mail-32-bit-and-click-on-Show-Profiles_.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Go-to-User-Accounts-Mail-32-bit-and-click-on-Show-Profiles_-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Go-to-User-Accounts-Mail-32-bit-and-click-on-Show-Profiles_-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select\u00a0<\/span><b>Add<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Type any name for your new profile and click\u00a0<\/span><b>OK<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the instructions and configure the email account under this new profile.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the old profile and make the new profile default.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Remove-the-old-profile-and-make-the-new-profile-default.jpg\" alt=\"Outlook Stuck on Processing Error\" width=\"537\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Remove-the-old-profile-and-make-the-new-profile-default.jpg 537w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Remove-the-old-profile-and-make-the-new-profile-default-252x300.jpg 252w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Remove-the-old-profile-and-make-the-new-profile-default-126x150.jpg 126w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Remove-the-old-profile-and-make-the-new-profile-default-150x178.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then open Outlook. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This should resolve the issue.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 6: Rebuild Outlook Data File<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Outlook stores all mail items in OST file, also known as offline folders. When this local cache (.ost) becomes too large or oversized, it becomes challenging for Outlook to store more mail items. Sometimes, it may fail to retrieve mail items due to lack of resources as larger OST files requires more processing power and memory.<\/p>\n<p>In such a case, you canm rebuild the OST file and overcomes the inconsistency issues caused to your OST file leading to Outlook stuck on processing screen error.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The steps are as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close Outlook and press\u00a0<\/span><b>Windows + R<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0keys.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type <\/span><b>%localappdata%\/Microsoft\/Outlook<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and click<\/span><b>\u00a0OK<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A new File Explorer window opens showing the default location where Outlook saves OST file.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23071 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rebuild-Outlook-Data-File.jpg\" alt=\"Outlook Stuck on Processing Error\" width=\"650\" height=\"243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rebuild-Outlook-Data-File.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rebuild-Outlook-Data-File-300x112.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rebuild-Outlook-Data-File-150x56.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the default OST file linked to your profile or email and rename it with the .bak extension. This will <\/span><b>create a backup copy of OST file<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Alternatively, you may also copy and paste the file to a different folder or drive location.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have copy\/pasted the file to another location, makes ure to delete the original OST file from the location.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After this, launch Outlook.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outlook won\u2019t find the OST file and therefore, it will create a new OST file at the same location. It will then synchronize and download all mail items from the mailbox server to the new local cache (.OST) file.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users can now access, send or receive new emails in Outlook without encountering the freeze or stuck at processing issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the sync, make sure to check all mail folders and mail items. If you couldn\u2019t find certain emails or mail folder, you can extract them from the backup OST file using <strong>Stellar Converter for OST <\/strong>Software. The software can extract all mail items from inconsistent, inaccessible, orphaned, or large OST files (up to 50GB or above) to a new Outlook importable PST file with complete integrity and precision. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/ost-pst\/StellarConverterforOST.exe\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22794 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win.png\" alt=\"Stellar Download\" width=\"260\" height=\"80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win.png 260w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/free-download-Win-150x46.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the conversion, import this PST file to your new Outlook cache via Import\/Export wizard to restore missing mail items and folders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/free-ost-to-pst-converter-tool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free OST to PST Converter Tool \u2013 Stellar Converter for OST<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong id=\"srv3\">Conclusion- Outlook Stuck on Processing Error<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <em><strong>&#8220;Outlook Stuck on Processing&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> Error may occur due to several reasons as discussed in this blog. 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