The cause of this error is due to missing essential files in the operating system update, causing interruptions in updating Windows, such as updating to Win 10. Additionally, conflicts with some components of other software on the operating system also cause this condition. When updating, you should ensure a stable network connection to avoid errors due to missing file downloads.
Additionally, conflicts with some components of other software on the operating system also cause this condition. When updating, you should ensure a stable network connection to avoid errors due to missing file downloads.
Here are some methods to fix error 0x80245006 when updating Windows 10, 8.1, 8
1. Fix error 0x80245006 by running the Windows Update Troubleshooter program
When encountering error 0x80245006 during updates, you can run the Windows Update Troubleshooter by:
Step 1: On your computer, go to Control Panel and select Troubleshooting.
Step 2: Under the Troubleshooting section, select View all.
Step 3: Choose the Windows Update option.
Step 4: The Windows Update error checking program will run on your computer. Follow the instructions provided by Windows to resolve the issue.
2. Use command lines in CMD to fix error 0x80245006
Here are some basic commands provided without affecting the system. For instance: Restarting update service, renaming directories...
Note: You need to run CMD commands with Administrator privileges.
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
ren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver
3. Error 0x80245006 caused by security software, antivirus programs
To fix the 0x80245006 error when updating Windows 10, 8.1, 8, you also need to scan and repair corrupted system files using the sfc /scannow or dism commands. Another approach is to fix system errors and repair corrupt files on the operating system. This is especially crucial when encountering similar issues on Windows 10. Repairing corrupt files on Windows 10 or other operating systems is essential. Even when upgrading to Windows 10 Anniversary, these issues can still occur.