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Hi Kevin Hourihan
Welcome to Microsoft Community.
I realize that you've encountered a problem with " Error code: 0xc06d007e ", and I understand how you feel. Don't worry, I'll do my best to help you.
Error code 0xc06d007e is usually related to certain system updates or compatibility issues with Microsoft Excel. This error might occur after a Windows update or when Excel encounters missing files or corrupted components during startup. Here are some potential solutions:
Repair Office Installation:
- Open Control Panel.
- Select Programs and Features.
- Find the Microsoft Office installation entry, right-click it, and select Change.
- Choose Quick Repair or Online Repair, then follow the prompts.
Run SFC Scan:
- Open Command Prompt (run as administrator).
- Type
sfc /scannowand press Enter. The system will scan and repair corrupted system files.
Reinstall Microsoft Office:
If the above methods are ineffective, you can refer to the following support article to cleanly uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Office.
Uninstall Office from a PC - Microsoft Support
Feel free to share updates with me on how things are progressing after you've completed the aforementioned steps. Should you have any questions or require clarification, do not hesitate to reach out to me. I‘d like to do my utmost to assist you.
Best regards
Adrian.C-MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist