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The modified permissions cannot be saved error in Outlook
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Microsoft Outlookis a part of the much larger Microsoft Office Suite and acts as the de facto email client.
The problem is that someusershave been reportingproblemswith Outlook.
I’m trying to edit the permissions on a shared calendar to give “delegate” permission to the calendar, and to remove an old entry from the list ofusers. Neither change will save, I get anerrorthat says “modified permissions could not be saved”.
Unfortunately, this isn’t a circumstantial problem, as others are havingsimilar issuesrevolving around Outlook not saving permissions.
I have auserthat has 2 names in his delegates list that are terminatedusersno longer in the address book. When he tries to remove theseusersand save delegate changes in Outlook, he gets theerror“The modified permissions cannot be saved”.
Microsoft moderators were quick to respond and came up with a solution
How can I get my Outlook to save modified permissions?
This step revolves around your granting, applying, and then removing Delegate access.
This action will then force a re-write of the Access Control Lists at the mailbox level, which will then propagate to the folders.
1. Use Outlook’s settings
2. Use the Registry Editor
These same steps can be achieved in a different method as well:
3. Use third-party email client software
Another solution would be to use a third-party email client service to make the changes you want. Outlook supports IMAP, an internet protocol that allows users to access their email messages from several different devices, using third-party software.
Adjusting to a new service should not be very difficult. There are many alternativeemail clients with productivity featuressimilar to those you find in Outlook.
On top of that, most modern email clients allow you to access multiple accounts from one unified inbox. This will make it easier to navigate throughout your messages and save you some time.
Many options on the market include translation features, spellcheckers, advanced contact lists options, and more.
Just make sure to get an email client with powerful encryption and a straightforward privacy policy.
By following one of these solutions, you should be able to get rid of anyMicrosoft Outlookdelegate issues.
Do you know any other solution to this problem? Let us know in the comments section below.
Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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