{"id":174729,"date":"2024-11-06T10:17:30","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T10:17:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/?p=174729"},"modified":"2025-03-27T10:18:58","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T10:18:58","slug":"how-to-fix-this-message-cant-be-sent-right-now-please-try-again-later-error-in-outlook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-this-message-cant-be-sent-right-now-please-try-again-later-error-in-outlook\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix “This Message can’t be Sent Right Now. Please Try Again Later” Error in Outlook?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Outlook users often face various issues and errors while working with the program. One such common error is “This message can’t be sent right now. Please try again later”<\/em> that occurs when users try sending the emails.As clear from the error message, the email messages cannot be sent, disrupting the email communication. This error can occur due to problem with the Outlook application or data file and various other reasons. Below, we will look into the causes behind the ‘This message can’t be sent right now’<\/em> error in Outlook and discuss the solutions to fix this error.<\/p>

Reasons for “This message can’t be sent right now” Outlook Error<\/strong><\/h2>

Here are some possible reasons that can cause this sending error in Outlook:<\/p>

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  1. Inconsistent, poor, or no internet connectivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Incorrect Account Settings in Outlook<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Faulty or incompatible Outlook Add-ins<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Corrupted Outlook Profile<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Large Outlook data file size (OST\/PST)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Damaged or corrupted Outlook data file<\/li>\n<\/ol>

    Methods to Fix “This message can’t be sent right now. Please try again later” Outlook Error<\/strong><\/h2>

    Sometimes, a simple system reboot helps fix some minor bugs and glitches that might be responsible for this error. So, restart your system and see if it helps. If this doesn’t work, follow the methods given below:<\/p>

    Method 1: Check Internet Connectivity<\/strong><\/h3>

    Slow or poor internet connectivity can prevent you from sending emails, resulting in this error. You can check your internet connection if it is properly working or not. For this, you can try to open a random website. If there is an issue, you can restart the router or contact your internet service provider to resolve the issue.<\/p>

    Method 2: Disable Spam Filters in Anti-Virus Software<\/strong><\/h3>

    Several users have reported that they’re able to fix the ‘This message can’t be sent right now’<\/em> error by disabling the spam filters in their antivirus software. <\/a>You can also check the spam filters option in your antivirus software and disable the option as it might be preventing the emails to go through. You can contact your antivirus provider for further support.<\/p>

    Method 3: Check Outlook\/Account Settings<\/strong><\/h3>

    You may also fail to send emails if the Outlook’s account settings, such as port number, DNS settings, etc., are incorrect. So, check your Account settings and change them if required. Follow the below instructions:<\/p>

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    1. Open Outlook and go to File > Account Settings <\/em><\/strong>> Account Settings<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Select your email account and click ‘Change.’<\/strong> It will open the ‘Server Settings<\/em><\/strong>’ window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. In this window, click ‘More Settings<\/em><\/strong>’<\/em> and select ‘Advanced’<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Check your server configuration settings. The default Outlook settings can be found on the Microsoft website<\/a>. However, if you are using Outlook account in an organization, contact your administrator.<\/li>\n<\/ol>

      Method 4: Reduce Outlook Data File Size<\/strong><\/h3>

      If your Outlook data file is large or reaches its maximum defined limit<\/a>, you may face issues when trying to send emails. In such a case, you can archive mailbox items to a PST file to reduce the data file size. Here’s how you can do it:<\/p>