MEMORY_MANAGEMENT is a relatively common blue screen error with error code 0x0000001A; this error indicates that a serious memory error has occurred.

Error Causes

The system encountered an unrecoverable critical error while managing physical or virtual memory.

Common causes include (listed from most to least likely):

  • Compatibility issues between RAM modules and motherboard;
  • Damaged RAM modules;
  • Unstable memory overclocking;
  • Overheating RAM modules;
  • Defective drivers;

Solutions

If blue screens occur after installing new RAM modules, consider potential compatibility issues between the memory and motherboard;

Check if there are cooling issues in the computer case, as high temperatures may cause memory read/write errors.

Try removing the RAM modules, cleaning the gold contacts with an eraser, and reseating them firmly; sometimes the issue is simply poor contact or oxidized contacts;

Disable memory overclocking and use memory diagnostic tools to check for physical memory hardware problems;

For how to detect memory issues, refer to:

If diagnostic results indicate defective RAM modules, they need to be replaced;