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Potential Windows Update Database Error Detected

Anonymous
2018-01-21T22:53:14+00:00

What does this mean and how do I repair it?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-01-22T03:35:26+00:00

    Hi Nancy,

    A potential file corruption might be a possible cause for this issue. The error that you have encountered means your operating system is trying to install updates on your PC. Please try performing Fix Windows Update issues and follow the detailed instructions on the thread to help solve the concern.

    Let us know how it goes.

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-05-15T06:01:44+00:00

    I applied the "Fix Windows Update Issues" three times and continue to receive the 'Potential Windows Update Database error Detected "Not Fixed"'

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  3. Kapil Arya 36,411 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-05-15T06:39:49+00:00

    Hello,

    Try suggestions mentioned here:

    https://www.kapilarya.com/potential-windows-update-database-error-in-windows-10

    Let us know if this helps!

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-05-15T21:43:30+00:00

    After following the directions provided this still did not resolve the issue. I am going to attempt the reset procedure to remove and restore Windows to see if this corrects the issue.

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  5. Anonymous
    2018-05-18T07:10:25+00:00

    Hi John,

    We'd like to know if you're able to resolve the issue by following the steps on the link provided by Kapil Arya MVP?

    Let us know should you need more help.

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