Sysprep fails after updates released on the 11th January 2023 - Windows 10 22H2

Question

I have an amazing problem with Windows 10 22H2 after the 10th of January 2023.

I was in the process of building a reference image using a Desktop computer (Yes, I know I should be using a VM by now but this process has always worked for me).

I was done with installing the Software, Applying all the needed settings and applying my Start-Menu and Default App Association GPOs.

I ran Sysprep on the 10th of Jan and my answer file worked, and the profile was copied successfully. The only issue was that it added the Windows Store back to the Taskbar.

I proceeded to capture anyway to have a working backup if all else fails.

Unfortunately, there was a power outage that interrupted my capture and on the 11th new updates were released by Microsoft, now whenever I attempt to Sysprep it does not copy my profile at all.

All my settings and Desktop Shortcuts are gone.

I used this version of the Windows 10 ISO to begin the process:

SW_DVD9_Win_Pro_10_22H2.1_64BIT_English_Pro_Ent_EDU_N_MLF_X23-31722.ISO

Answer 1

Hi. Thank you for your question and reaching out. I’d be more than happy to help you with your query.

You can check this document on how to fix this kind of concern with regards to the Sysprep https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/windows-client/deployment/sysprep-fails-remove-or-update-store-apps

I believe it will be easier for you to check it out on your end.

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