Windows update failed with 0x800f0831

Suresh Guggilapu 10 Reputation points
2023-07-03T13:02:09.84+00:00

Trying install below update but failed installation at 100%
Attched cbs and windows logs

Performed steps:
CLear windows catlog and cache
Reboot
Reset windows service

But no luck all efforts failed

2023-06 Cumulative Update for Microsoft server operating system version 21H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5027225)

Trying install below update but failed installation at 100%
Attched cbs and windows logs

Performed steps:
CLear windows catlog and cache
Reboot
Reset windows service

But no luck all efforts ware failed

2023-06 Cumulative Update for Microsoft server operating system version 21H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5027225)
Error:There were some problems installing updates, but we'll try again later. If you keep seeing this and want to search the web or contact support for information, this may help: (0x800f0831)

OS:Windows server 2022 data center

version;21H2

Windows for business | Windows Server | User experience | Other
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  1. Limitless Technology 44,766 Reputation points
    2023-07-04T14:12:47.27+00:00

    Hello,

    The error code 0x800f0831 indicates that there was a problem installing a Windows update (in this case, KB5027225). This error often occurs due to conflicts with existing software, corrupted system files, or issues with Windows Update components. To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:

    -Reset Windows Update components: Resetting the Windows Update components can often resolve update-related issues. You can do this by running a series of commands in an elevated Command Prompt window:

    Press the Windows key, type "cmd," and right-click on "Command Prompt."

    Select "Run as administrator" to open an elevated Command Prompt.

    Run the following commands one by one, pressing Enter after each:

    net stop wuauserv

    net stop cryptSvc

    net stop bits

    net stop msiserver

    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old

    ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old

    net start wuauserv

    net start cryptSvc

    net start bits

    net start msiserver

    I used AI provided by ChatGPT to formulate part of this response. I have verified that the information is accurate before sharing it with you.

    --If the reply is helpful, please Upvote and Accept as answer--


  2. Suresh Guggilapu 10 Reputation points
    2023-07-04T18:20:26.9866667+00:00

    Followed but no luck.Screenshot 2023-07-04 111807

    Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

    Asking for source ,What is the source here?

    Screenshot 2023-07-04 111853


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