XCLN: Outlook 97 Error: "Failed to Perform Client Side Action" (199296)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Outlook 97 8.0
  • Microsoft Outlook 97 8.01
  • Microsoft Outlook 97 8.02
  • Microsoft Outlook 97 8.03
  • Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5

This article was previously published under Q199296

SYMPTOMS

When you use Outlook 97, you may receive an error similar to the following after you receive a new message that an Inbox Assistant rule attempts to process to a public folder.

Title : Rules in Error
Rule
Subject:xxxCOPY or MOVE TO:<unavailable>
Error:
Failed to perform client side action

CAUSE

This error may be generated if a rule has been set up to move or copy messages to a public folder in which you do not have proper permissions.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, verify that you have the correct permissions on the public folder your rule is trying to copy or move messages to.

MORE INFORMATION

Outlook 98 does not allow you to set up a rule on a public folder for which you do not have proper permissions.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:4/28/2005
Keywords:kbprb KB199296