How to troubleshoot Windows 10 setup errors

1. Introduction
2. List of Windows 10 setup and upgrade errors
3. Read also

Introduction

Although most users have had good experience when upgrading to Windows 10, some are experiencing errors in installing or upgrading Windows 10.
For some, the Windows 10 update fails. Microsoft has already presented a list of errors that might be encountered during the upgrade process and the solution to resolve these Windows 10 installation or update errors.

List of Windows 10 setup and Upgrade Errors

Windows 10 upgrade errors are usually accompanied by an error code that you can use as a reference to find a fix. When you get errors during the upgrade procedure, simply copy the error message with the error code.
The following is a list of common upgrade or setup errors and troubleshooting solutions.

"Something happened"

To resolve this issue, follow these steps.
Open Control Panel >> Clock >> Language >> Region >> Administrative tab >> Change the Local button of the system and set it to English. Restart your computer. Retry.
If this does not work, use the Windows 10 Support tool to create a bootable USB, and then install it.

Error code 0x80073712

The error 0x80073712 occurs when the file required by Windows 10 is missing or corrupted.

Error code 0x800F0923

The above error occurs whenever the driver or software on your computer is not compatible with the Windows 10 upgrade. The best way to resolve this problem is by contacting Microsoft support.

Error code 0x80200056

The error occurs if you reset your PC or are connected to your computer without interrupting the upgrade process. In this case, it is recommended to restart and complete the upgrade process. Make sure your PC is plugged in to avoid interruption.

Error code 0x800F0922

This error basically means that your computer cannot connect to Windows Update servers. This may be because you are on a VPN connection to connect to a work network. To continue upgrading Windows 10, it is recommended that you disconnect from any VPN network and temporarily shut down the VPN software and try again.

We could not complete the updates. Cancellation of changes. Do not turn off your computer

This is a generic error message that appears on your screen each time your Windows 10 upgrade fails. Try to get the specific error code, with which you can continue to check and fix the problem.

Error configuring Windows updates. Cancel changes

To find the error code for the failed update, view your update history and locate the updates that were not installed, and note the error code that you can use to contact Microsoft support.

The update does not apply to your computer

This error message appears when your PC has not installed the required updates. Before you start the process of upgrading to Windows 10, make sure that all other important updates are installed first.

Error code 0xC1900208 - 0x4000C

The error is displayed when an incompatible application is installed on your PC, which prevents the upgrade process from being upgraded. Make a thorough check so that all incompatible applications are uninstalled, and then try to refresh your PC.

Error code 80240020

This is an error message that appears when the upgrade requires user action. For example, the message may be present if one or more disk applications or utilities need to be uninstalled before the upgrade.

PCs that witness this error message will get instructions on how to resolve this issue during the upgrade. We recommend that you wait until your PC receives a notification for the upgrade, and then follow the instructions provided.

To resolve this issue, open C: >> Windows >> SoftwareDistribution >> Download and delete the contents of the folder.

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