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Windows Update Error 0x80240017 [SOLVED]

Third-party antivirus or corrupted files are likely to blame for this issue

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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One of the most common issues that might occur while updating Windows’s built-in apps and programs is the 0x80240017 error code.

Read this article to find out how to fix it and get your updates up and running.

What causes the error 0x80240017?

The error code 0x80240017 usually appears due to the fact that your system has changed after you installed a third-party application.

It can also occur because something has changed in the registry after a reboot and you do not have the required system permissions.

This troubleshooting guide will show you what solutions you can use to fix this error once and for all.

How can I fix the Windows Update error 0x80240017?

1. Clear and reset the Microsoft Store cache

2. Run the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter

3. Take full control over File Explorer and the WindowsApps folder

4. Run SFC scan

If certain system files got corrupted or deleted, this may trigger update issues and errors. Fortunately, you can quickly fix this problem by running aSystem File Checkerscan.

This tool will quickly scan your system and identify missing or corrupted files which will then replace. Here are the steps to follow:

5. Reinstall the Microsoft Store app

Sometimes, the Microsoft Store itself is the culprit for all the issues and errors that you’re experiencing. In this case, the quickest solution is to simply uninstall the Microsoft Store app.

6. Scan your computer

If the error persists, try running a full system scan. Viruses, malware and other types of cyber threats could also trigger error 0x80240017 when you try to update your apps.

If you haven’t installed a reliable antivirus solution on your computer yet, check outthis list of the best antivirus toolsthat you can use on your Windows 10 machine.

Install the one that suits your needs best, and run a full system scan.

7. Reset your PC

Note:It is recommended that you back up your files and folders before attempting the steps below

8. Reinstall the OS

If the methods above did not work, then I would suggest you backup your important files and folders that you have in your Windows 10 directory and perform a complete reinstall of the operating system.

If necessary, check out thisguide on how to fix Windows can’t automatically find new drivers.

That’s it, we hope these methods fixed error 0x80240017 on Windows 10 when you try to use the update feature.

If you do have additional questions related to this subject, you can list them in the comments section below. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Windows Update Error 0x80240017 [SOLVED]#

What causes the error 0x80240017?#

How can I fix the Windows Update error 0x80240017?#

1. Clear and reset the Microsoft Store cache#

2. Run the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter#

3. Take full control over File Explorer and the WindowsApps folder#

4. Run SFC scan#

5. Reinstall the Microsoft Store app#

6. Scan your computer#

7. Reset your PC#

8. Reinstall the OS#