The error code -2147467259 indicates that there was an unspecified error during the installation process. Here are some steps you can try to resolve the issue:
- Check if your system meets the minimum system requirements for SQL Server Express. You can find the requirements on the download page you provided. Ensure that your system meets all the requirements.
- Make sure that your system is up to date with the latest updates and patches. Install any pending updates and try the installation again.
- Disable any antivirus software and/or firewall temporarily during the installation process. Sometimes these programs can interfere with the installation process and cause errors.
- Check the installation log files to identify the specific error message that is causing the installation to fail. The log files are typically located in the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft SQL Server\150\Setup Bootstrap\Log folder. Look for any error messages or warnings in the log files.
- If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you may want to try downloading and installing a different version of SQL Server Express,