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Here's how to Fix The format of the server rules was not recognized in Outlook.

If you are receiving an error message in Outlook stating that the format of the server rules was not recognized, there are a few potential solutions you can try:

1. Disable and re-enable rules: Try disabling all the rules and then re-enabling them one by one. To do this, go to the "File" tab in Outlook, click on "Manage Rules & Alerts," and then disable all rules. Restart Outlook and then re-enable the rules one by one to see if the issue has been resolved.

2. Repair Outlook: Sometimes, corrupted Outlook installation files can cause issues with rules. Try repairing your Outlook installation to see if that resolves the issue. To do this, go to "Control Panel" - "Programs and Features" - "Microsoft Office" (or "Outlook") - "Change" and then select "Repair."

3. Update Outlook: Make sure that you have the latest version of Outlook installed. Outdated versions of Outlook can sometimes cause compatibility issues with certain features, including rules.

4. Check the rule syntax: Sometimes, the syntax of a rule can cause issues. Double-check the syntax of your rules to make sure they are formatted correctly.

5. Create a new rule: If none of the above solutions work, you may want to try creating a new rule from scratch. This can help eliminate any issues with the existing rule set.

If none of these solutions work, you may want to contact Microsoft support for further assistance. They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting steps or other solutions to help resolve the issue.