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Word Has Run Into an Error: 5 Ways to Easily Fix It

Faulty Office updates can prompt this error

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Some of our readers have recently reported that they receive theWord has run into an errormessage whenever they try to open theMicrosoft Word application.

If you’re experiencing similar issues and need the best solution to apply, don’t worry, we have provided some fixes to easily solve the issue in this article.

What causes Microsoft Word to run into an error?

What causes Microsoft Word to run into an error?

Several reasons can be attributed to the Word has run into an error issue. Here are the most known triggers for this error:

Knowing the reasons for this issue, let’s go to the actual solutions to fix it.

What can I do if Microsoft Word runs into an error?

What can I do if Microsoft Word runs into an error?

Before going into any advanced troubleshooting process, you should consider the following:

After attempting the above checks and the problem persists, go ahead with the solutions below.

1. Run Microsoft Word in Safe Mode

Starting an Office product in Safe Mode is pretty simple, as it was in previous Windows versions. If the problem persists, try the next fix.

2. Run Microsoft Office as an administrator

This method has worked for several users, so, try it on your system by following the steps as ordered.

3. Run an Online Repair for MS Office

Although the error message comes with a Quick Repair button, affected users claimed clicking on it did not fix their problem. So, you can try running an Online Repair for Microsoft Office. Besides, it helps with themsosync.exe high CPUusage as well.

4. Disable the Compatibility mode

All Microsoft Office app automatically starts running in compatibility mode, which is one of the major causes of Word has run into an error message. Disabling it should help fix the issue.

5. Reinstall Microsoft Office

If, after attempting the steps above, nothing works, reinstalling Microsoft Office should fix issues affecting the Word app. It will also help to update Microsoft Office to the latest version.

You may encounter the same error message on other Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

You can also apply the steps provided in this article to fix them or get further information on how tofix Microsoft Office if it’s not opening.

And that’s it on how to fix Microsoft Word run into an error and won’t work issue. If you have any questions or suggestions, do not hesitate to use the comments section below.

More about the topics:Microsoft Office,Microsoft Word issues

Loredana Harsana

Windows Software Expert

Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.

Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.

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Loredana is a tech enthusiast who tackles mobility, privacy, and networking in easy-to follow guides for everyone.