Fix Microsoft Outlook “Not Implemented” Error in 2016/2013/2010

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Outlook users frequently encounter a range of issues that disrupt their email communication, rendering the sending and receiving of messages impossible.

One such frustrating issue is the ‘Outlook not implemented’ error, which occurs during common email actions like Send/Receive, Reply, or Forward. This error abruptly appears on the screen with the message ‘Not Implemented,’ effectively disabling your ability to send or receive emails.

In this article, we’ve curated a set of practical solutions to help you resolve this error and restore Outlook to its normal functionality. Before delving into these solutions, we’ll investigate the root causes behind this disruptive error.

Causes of Outlook Error: Not Implemented

Several prominent factors contribute to the occurrence of this error:

• Antivirus Application

The ‘Not implemented’ error can be triggered by antivirus applications that scan emails before sending or receiving them. This process can lead to issues with the send/receive functionality, causing the error to occur.

• Installed Add-in in Outlook

Another potential cause of the error is the presence of Outlook add-ins or plug-ins that interfere with the normal performance and functioning of Outlook.

• Outlook Send/Receive Settings file damaged

The error may also arise when the send or receive settings are dysfunctional, often as a result of damage to the settings file.

• MS Outlook not installed properly

The ‘Not Implemented’ error might occur if you have two different versions of MS Outlook installed on your system simultaneously.

Antivirus applications are typically configured to scan emails both before they are sent and after they are received in your inbox. This scanning process can sometimes cause delays or interruptions in the sending and receiving of email messages. As a solution, it’s advisable to temporarily disable your antivirus software.

Launch Outlook in Safe Mode to check for issues that are caused by add-ins. If Outlook works appropriately properly in Safe Mode, then disable add-ins from the Outlook.

Step 1: In Outlook, go to File > Option and select the Add-ins tab.

Step 2: Click on the Go button; a new pop-up dialog box will open.

Step 3: Disable one plug-in at a time.

Step 4: Restart the Outlook application.

Step 5: Finally, check for the issue solved or not.

Note: To open Outlook in safe mode, follow the below steps:

1. Hold +X keys. This will open up the Run dialog box.
2. Enter outlook.exe /safe in the text box.
3. Check the title bar for confirmation.

Step 1: Go to C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Outlook\ location.

Step 2: Look for the SRS file.

Step 3: rename the SRS file to something like ‘Outlook.srs.old’. Once you restart the Outlook, a new SRS file will be created automatically.

Congratulations! You have successfully reset the SRS file. Proceed to check if Send/Receive is functional or not.

Creating a new Outlook profile is one of the simplest methods to resolve the Outlook error. The second part of our blog “Fix Outlook Send/Receive Error 0x8004010F” shows the steps to create a new Outlook profile.

Outlook is an integral part of the Microsoft Office suite, and any improper installation of MS Office can lead to issues affecting all Office applications. To rectify this, it’s recommended to perform a repair of the MS Office installation.

1. Go to Control Panel and select Programs from the menu.
2. From the Programs window, look for MS Office application.
3. Right-click on MS Office and click Change.
4. In the opened window, select Repair and click Continue.

Note: This method applies for all Outlook versions, but if you’re using Outlook 2019 or 2016, then it is recommended to carry out an online repair or quick repair process.

ScanPST.exe is an invaluable built-in utility designed to identify and repair minor issues within Outlook PST files. This tool can be located in the Office installation folder and serves as an essential resource for resolving PST-related errors when other solutions prove ineffective. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on how to use this tool effectively:

1. Depending upon the Outlook version, Scanpst.exe tool can be found here-
   In Outlook 2019: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\root\Office16
   In Outlook 2016: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\root\Office16
   In Outlook 2013: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office15
   In Outlook 2010: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14
2. Open scanpst.exe
3. Browse for the .pst files and click Next. Also, the PST files can be found here (inside the Documents folder)-
   C:\Users\user\Documents\Outlook Files

   

4. The tool will now check for consistency.
5. If any inconstancies are found, then click Repair.
6. If successful, then you will be prompted with the following message.
7. Open the Outlook and try to access the repaired file.

Please note: The tool fails to deliver results when the PST file is severely damaged.

The Kernel for Outlook PST Repair tool stands out as the most proficient solution for repairing PST files. This versatile tool is designed to effectively repair, recover, and restore the contents of corrupted, damaged, or inaccessible PST files. It excels at saving all PST file content to a healthy PST file and offers various destination options, including live Exchange, Office 365, and various webmail clients. Below, you can see a preview of the tool’s user-friendly interface.

Concluding Lines:

Resolving the ‘Not Implemented’ error in Outlook is achievable using any of the methods outlined above. If conventional troubleshooting methods fail to address Outlook 2016/2013/2010 errors, consider employing a free PST file repair tool like Scanpst.exe or its alternative – Kernel for Outlook PST Repair. These tools are designed to effectively repair PST file corruption issues and ensure seamless accessibility within MS Outlook.