Outlook search returns no recent mail after mailbox move

Minimal guidance for messy support realities.

Scenario

A mailbox migration completes, but cached Outlook search stops finding recently delivered messages even though items are visible in folders.

Recommended Resolution Path

  1. Confirm the mailbox is healthy in Outlook on the web before changing the desktop client.
  2. Rebuild the local search index and verify Outlook is included in Windows indexing options.
  3. Toggle Cached Exchange Mode off and back on only after exporting any unsynced local data.
  4. If the issue persists for one profile only, test with a fresh Outlook profile and document the result.

Technician Notes

Document what changed, what confirmed the fix, and whether the issue points to a broader standards gap worth addressing for the client.