In this guide, we will show you a couple of methods to fix the MS Access ‘There isn’t enough memory to perform this operation’ and ‘Word Required to Run Mail Merge Wizard’ error messages. This database management system from the Redmond giant combines the relational Access Database Engine with an easy-to-use GUI and software development tools. However, as of late, it is giving quite a tough time to the end users.
Numerous users have voiced their concern that they are getting “Not Enough Memory to Complete” and “Word Required to Run Mail Merge Wizard” error messages in MS Access. Apart from that, even the Mail Merge option is greyed out in Access. All these issues first came to light in the latest version of MS Access/Office (version 2305). If you are also in the same boat, then this guide will help you out. Follow along for the fixes.
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Fix MS Access ‘There isn’t enough memory to perform this operation’
It is recommended that you try out each of the below-mentioned workarounds and then see which one spells out success. So with that in mind, let’s get started.
Downgrade
First off, it is recommended that you downgrade to the earlier stable version which is free from this bug, such as the version 2304 build 16.0.16327.20308.
Merge via MS Word
Next up, you could also initiate the merge from Word and choose your database as the data source, rather than starting from Access.
So these are the two workarounds that should help you fix the MS Access ‘There isn’t enough memory to perform this operation’ and “Word Required to Run Mail Merge Wizard” errors. As far as the official stance on this matter is concerned, the developers are aware of this issue, but they haven’t given out any ETA for the rollout of a fix. As and when that happens, we will update this guide accordingly. In the meantime, the aforementioned workarounds are your best bet.
