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Intro
Error 0x80246019 is an error code that can occur when trying to install a Windows update. It is mostly reported to happen on Windows 11, when users are trying to update to the newer version 22H2. This error can be caused by system file corruption, damaged Windows update files, or interference from connected USB devices. Fortunately, there are a few methods that can be used to fix this issue, such as running DISM and SFC scans, clearing the temporary files stored in the $WINDOWS.BT directory, or temporarily disabling Windows Real-Time Protection in Windows Security. In this article, we will discuss the various ways to resolve the 0x80246019 error.
Introduction to Error 0x80246019
"Users can't install a new Windows update because of the error code. There are cases where it happens on Windows 10, but it is mostly reported to happen on Windows 11. Users trying to update their Windows 11 to the newer version 22H2 is the most common scenario that causes this error. The error message that users face when updating is usually caused by system file corruption, damaged Windows update files, and interference from connected USB devices. To fix this issue, users can try running DISM and SFC scans to replace corrupted system files, clearing the temporary files stored in the $WINDOWS.BT directory, or temporarily disabling Windows Real-Time Protection in Windows Security."
Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter
If you want to run the Windows Update troubleshooter, you have to type in the settings in the search area. Go to the settings window to find the Troubleshooters. There are other people in the system. Click on the Runbutton associated with the Windows Update troubleshooter to begin the scanning process. You can run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Check to see if the tool identified any issues. Click on Apply this fix to proceed with the solutions if any issues were found. Click on the Close the troubleshooter option if you want to run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Go to the settings window to find the Troubleshooters. There are other people in the system. Click on the Run button if you want to begin the scanning process. You can run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Check to see if the tool identified any issues. Click on Apply this fix to proceed with the solutions if any issues were found. Click on the option to close the problem.
Disable Third-Party Antivirus Software
Third-party antivirus software can sometimes interfere with the proper functioning of the Windows update process. To avoid this, it is recommended to temporarily disable the software before checking for updates. Alternatively, the software can be uninstalled altogether.
Clean Up Temporary Update Files
If you're getting the 0x80246019 error when trying to update Windows 10, it's likely because of a problem with the temporary update files that are stored in the $WINDOWS.~BT directory. You can fix this by cleaning up the temporary update files using the Windows Disk Cleanup utility.
To do this, open the Disk Cleanup utility and select the Windows Update Cleanup option. This will delete the temporary update files and hopefully fix the 0x80246019 error. You may also want to clean up other temporary files from the list if you wish, but this is not mandatory. Once you're done, restart your computer and try to install the update again.
Check Integrity of System Files
The System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows you to scan for and restore corrupt or missing system files. You can use it to fix problems with your Windows Update files. To do so, open Command Prompt (Admin) and enter the following three commands sequentially and one by one:
sfc /scannow
dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
sfc /scannow
Let these DISM commands run and once they're done, restart your computer and try again.
Download a Conflicting Update from Microsoft Catalog
The text outlines how to manually download and install a Windows update from the Microsoft Update Catalog when it cannot be installed via the Windows Update service. To do this, one needs to search for the KB code of the update, select the version for their operating system and CPU architecture, click Download, and then run the update installer once it is downloaded.
Use Media Creation Tool
The Media Creation Tool is a great utility designed by Microsoft to help users reinstall Windows and also obtain the latest available updates. The tool has various options such as "ScanHealth", "CheckHealth" and "RestoreHealth" which can help resolve the 0x80246019 error.
Reset Windows 11
"If you're having trouble with Windows 11 updates, it's a good idea to reset the platform. All software packages that weren't pre-installed on your PC will be removed if you reset Windows 11. You can choose to preserve your user files. Resetting Windows 11 may fix other OS issues as well."
Manually Download and Install Updates
If you can't install an update via the Windows Update service, you can try downloading and installing the update manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog website. To do this, you'll need to know the KB code for the update you want to install. Once you have the KB code, you can search for the update on the website and then download and install it.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the error 0x80246019 can be caused by a variety of issues, such as system file corruption, damaged Windows update files, and interference from connected USB devices. To fix this issue, users can try running DISM and SFC scans to replace corrupted system files, clearing the temporary files stored in the $WINDOWS.BT directory, or temporarily disabling Windows Real-Time Protection in Windows Security. Additionally, users can try running the Windows Update troubleshooter, disabling third-party antivirus software, cleaning up temporary update files, checking the integrity of system files, downloading a conflicting update from the Microsoft Catalog, using the Media Creation Tool, or resetting Windows 11. If all else fails, users can manually download and install the update from the Microsoft Update Catalog website.
