Xbox Error Code 0x8007000E — What It Means & How to Fix It

What Does This Error Mean?

The 0x8007000E error means your Xbox has run out of memory while trying to perform an operation. This can happen when launching a game, installing an update, or running an app. It is a serious error that usually requires a hard restart or clearing system data to resolve.

Affected Models

Xbox One
Xbox One S
Xbox One X
Xbox Series S
Xbox Series X

Common Causes

Too many apps and games are running in the background and consuming system memory
A game or app has a memory leak that is using more memory than it should
The system cache is full of temporary data from previous sessions
A game update or installation process requires more memory than is currently available
The console's operating system is experiencing a software glitch

How to Fix It

Close all running apps and games. Press the Xbox button, go to each open game or app, press the Menu button, and select 'Quit.' Do this for every item.

Xbox keeps apps running in the background even when you switch away from them. Each one uses memory.
Hard restart your Xbox. Press and hold the power button on the console for 10 seconds until it fully powers off. Wait 30 seconds, then turn it back on.

A hard restart clears all temporary memory and resets the system state. This fixes the error most of the time.
Clear the system cache. After the hard restart, unplug the power cable from the back of the console. Wait at least 30 seconds before plugging it back in.

Unplugging the power drains any remaining charge and clears the hardware cache completely.
If the error happens with one specific game, try uninstalling and reinstalling it. Go to My games & apps, select the game, press Menu, and choose Uninstall.

A corrupted game installation can cause memory errors. Reinstalling replaces all game files with fresh copies.
As a last resort, perform a factory reset while keeping your games. Go to Settings > System > Console info > Reset console > Reset and keep my games & apps.

This resets the operating system without deleting your installed games. You will need to sign in again and reconfigure settings.

When to Call a Professional

If this error happens frequently even after clearing the cache, the console may have a hardware issue with its RAM. RAM problems are not user-repairable and require professional service. If the console is under warranty, contact Microsoft for a replacement or repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'out of memory' mean on a game console?

Game consoles have a fixed amount of RAM (working memory) that is shared between the system and games. When too many things try to use RAM at once, the system runs out and throws this error. It is similar to when a computer slows down because too many programs are open.

Can I add more memory to my Xbox?

No. Unlike a PC, you cannot upgrade the RAM in an Xbox console. The memory is soldered to the circuit board and is not user-replaceable. The fix is to close background apps and games to free up the existing memory.

Will a factory reset fix recurring memory errors?

A factory reset can fix software-related memory issues by clearing corrupted system data. However, if the error keeps happening after a reset, the RAM hardware itself may be faulty. In that case, the console needs professional repair or replacement.