PM Inbox Full: Understanding Message Count in All Folders

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Users are experiencing confusion regarding inbox full notifications despite having a low count of messages. The system counts all messages across folders, including Sent Items, which can lead to reaching the limit unexpectedly. To resolve the issue, users should delete messages from their Sent Items. This clarification helps users understand the importance of managing all message folders to avoid full inbox alerts. Proper message management is essential for maintaining an organized inbox.
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I've recently been being sent E-mails that tell me that my inbox is full, and that I should delete some PMs. This doesn't make sense to me, because, when I check at the bottom of the main menu, it tells me I only have 35 total PMs.

What's going on? Is there a new limit or something?
 
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You have 35 in your inbox, but the system counts the messages in all of your folders, including Sent Items. Delete your outgoing messages, and see if that doesn't fix things.
 
Originally posted by Tom
You have 35 in your inbox, but the system counts the messages in all of your folders, including Sent Items. Delete your outgoing messages, and see if that doesn't fix things.

Sorry I didn't get to read this sooner. I see what you're saying...

Quick someone send me a PM!
 

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