The information service has not been configured. Select an existing file to configure, or type the name of a new file to create. – Outlook 2007

Problem:

When launching Microsoft Outlook 2007, receiving prompt: “The information service has not been configured.  Select an existing file to configure, or type the name of a new file to create.”

Resolution:

Determine which Archive Folder/Personal Folder/Offline Folder on the left side Navigation Pane is linked to a .PST file that does not exist.  The easiest way to do this is to collapse all of the offline folders and try to expand them one at a time.  The folder causing the prompt will display an error when expanded.  This folder will need to be removed by right clicking and selecting Close.