See
http://www.howto-outlook.com/faq/outlookdoesntstart.htm
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"Kristen" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> I recently installed Office XP Small Business, however when I attempt to
> launch the Outlook, I recieve the following message, "Unable to start
> processing services. Could not open the item. Try again." I am at a loss
> on
> how to problem solve, any assistance and input is kindly appreciated.