Fixing “ERROR [16003:""]”in Microsoft Entourage

Many Entourage users often receive an error message that says "The Identity cannot be opened with this version of Entourage". Though at the first look, the reason for this error seems unclear, but there is more than one reason or scenario responsible for the above error. Now, as a safe and first-hand resolution you may go for 'Rebuilding Entourage' database, which works for most of the cases. However, if you are facing hard luck, the following surprises come up in your computer screen.

“ERROR Failed to open database [Head]”
or
“ERROR Corruption opening database [16003:""]”

Multiple failures and the ultimate fear of Entourage data loss creeps into the mind. You really face a weired situation of email loss and urgently need Entourage recovery.

Completely jumbled up! One resolution leading to another Error!

Lets us analyze a particular case and relate what can be cause for the first error. For some, it can be an upgrade issue. Well, many users often install both the versions 2008 and 2004 in the same computer. This is the cause of a major compatibility issue, because both the versions have their separate components installed in the same system. When an action is called, there is created a compatibility issue and the resultant is the error message;

“The Identity cannot be opened with this version of Entourage”

Now, as all said and done, the ultimate option is rebuilding the Entourage database using Microsoft 'Database Utility' for Entourage. This utility appears to be useful in some cases and after rebuilding the Entourage database, you can again access your lost emails and other mail items. However, in certain cases, the utility fails to entirely resolve the above issue and in turn throws back the other mentioned error messages. At this point of time, it becomes eminent to use an efficient Entourage recovery software.

One can easily find Entourage database repair software over the Internet, but a little research on the various products will help you recover the lost emails in this critical situation. Stellar Phoenix Entourage Recovery is one such tool that is referred by most Entourage users across the globe. The free demo version of the software gives an idea as to how to repair the corrupt Entourage database and recover your lost/inaccessible email components, such as contacts, addresses, Tasks, To-Do list etc. The software supports both MS Entourage 2008 and 2004.

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A powerful solution for the problem of Entourage database corruption

It is quite normal to have corruption in Entourage database. Reason for the corruption of Entourage database is unexpected system shutdown, malicious virus, power loss, etc. Whatever may be the reason, corruption of Entourage database creates difficulty in accessing e-mails and using Entourage application. Additionally, it results in inaccessibility of data. Corruption is recognized as problematic. But, still there is no need to get disturbed. Because, a third party tool like Stellar Phoenix Entourage data recovery tool is still ready to help you. This tool is designed with great proficiency as it repairs the corrupt Entourage database file and solves the corruption issue with accuracy.

Listed below is an error message that appears on your computer screen when an attempt is made to open Entourage and tried to receive e-mail messages. But, Entourage remains unopened and throws an error message that looks exactly same as given below:

“Error 39, Preferences could not be opened end of file was reached.”

Same error message bothers you every time whenever you make an attempt to open Entourage messaging application.

Cause:
The root cause responsible for the occurrence of above error message is a corrupt or damaged identity database file.


Solution:
With the help of below stated measures, you can easily overcome the above error message:

Rebuild Entourage identity database file:
1.Quit all the applications.
2.Press down the Options (alt) key on the keyboard, and then open Entourage 2008/2004. Hold down the options key until the database utility window appears.
3.Choose the database, from the database utility window. Select Rebuild database then select Continue.
4.The Rebuilding Main Identify window appears and updates you about the progress. After the completion of operation, an error message similar as “ Your database was successfully rebuilt.” appears.
5.Select Done. Select Quit and then open Entourage and see whether the problem is resolved or not.

Perform creation of a new identity, and then manually enter account information again.

1.Select Switch identity on the Entourage menu.
2.If the message box warns you that Entourage will quit all connections and windows for the current identity, select Switch.
3.In the dialog box Select an Identity, select New.
4.Enter a name for your identity in the box named as Identity Name, and then select OK.

However, if same error message still persists and you are facing severe data loss, then it is advised to use a professional Entourage Repair Software. Such third party tools are considered as the best solution for successful recovery of Entourage database. Data contained in the Entourage objects, such as contacts, attachments, appointments, tasks, journal, events, calendar-entries, etc. become accessible. Before doing a selection of any third party tool, always check out the overall functionality through a free demo version of the tool.

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