[SOLVED] Unable to update Windows 11 Error - 0x800705b9 on Windows 11 Insider Build (Beta)

[VDas]

Hello! I hope I am able provide the information required to fix this issue.

What I have done so far:
1. I first ran DISM /Online /RestoreHealth, but it gave me the following error:
Error: 0x800f081f
The source files could not be found.
Use the "Source" option to specify the location of the files that are required to restore the feature. For more information on specifying a source location, see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=243077
2. I then tried to use a Windows 11 Beta ISO I created from UUPDump with the same version as my laptop as a source for DISM, this however resulted in the same error.
3. I ran SFC /ScanNow, and it reported there were no integrity violations.
4. I ran DIMS /CheckHealth and /ScanHealth, and they both reported that there was curroption that needed to be fixed.
5. I tried using that same ISO for an in-place repair upgrade, however it failed near the end and gave me the following error:
The installation failed in the SAFE_OS phase with an error during BOOT operation
6. I then tried DISM /StartComponentCleanup but it gave me the 6824 error with it persisting after reboots.
7. Following the forum posting instructions, I attached the CBS.zip file, but I wasn't able to run ComponentScanner as I am running an Insider build.

Another place this problem can be noticed is in the Recovery settings page, where the Fix problems using Windows Update option is greyed out.

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Two unrelated problems I also hope can be fixed is the messed up permissions on the WindowsApps folder. I while trying to fix a Xbox Gamepass game that had an error, ran a script to get access to its folder, but it gave me the permission for the entirety of the folder structure. Post this, whenever a UWP app is called via URL or from within another app, it give a file explorer error. It does launch file from Start menu. The other problem that prompted me to notice Windows update was borked was that the Calculator app suddenly has been completely broken, refusing to launch and multiple resets of the app and reinstalls from the store have not fixed anything.

I hope someone will be able to guide me to fix this laptop, as I only got it in the first week of January, and would prefer if I didn't have to reset it. Thanks!

 

[VDas]

If there are any steps I missed or any files I have to upload, I will do so as soon as I can.

 

[Maxstar]

Hi and welcome to Sysnative,

Some notes about using Insider Preview builds:

• Insider builds of Windows are preview (beta) releases which may contain bugs.
• If you experience problems with such builds, please use the Microsoft Feedback HUB to report them to Microsoft.
• To resolve issues you can perform an in-place-upgrade using the latest ISO or an ISO which you can download from UUPdump.
• Please also note that updates for Insider Builds are not available in the Windows Update catalog as stand-alone updates (MSU-packages).
• Note of Microsoft: "When choosing a channel, you should keep in mind how stable you need your device to be, what level of issues you can handle on your device, how early in development you'd like to see features and changes, and whether or not you need Microsoft support."
• Another important point is that issues with Insider Builds can be more complex or even completely unknown than regular problems with stable versions of Windows.

Let's see what I could do to help you further.

Step 1. Download

SFCFix and save it to your desktop.

Warning: This fix was written specifically for this system. Do not run this fix on another system.

• Save any work you have open, and close all programs.
• Download the attachment SFCFix.zip and save it to your desktop.
• Drag the SFCFix.zip file over the SFCFix.exe executable and release it.

• SFCFix will launch, let it complete.
• Once done, a file will appear on your desktop, called SFCFix.txt.
• Post the logfile (SFCFix.txt) as attachment in your next reply.

Step 2. Run the following DISM command and post the result. If it fails attach a new copy of the CBS log.

DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

 

[VDas]

Thanks for the response!

Please find attached the SFCFix.txt file.

However, the DISM command didn't end up working, with the missing source files error.
Please also find attached the result and the CBS.zip file.

> DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool
Version: 10.0.22621.2706

Image Version: 10.0.22635.3350

[==========================100.0%==========================]
Error: 0x800f081f

The source files could not be found.
Use the "Source" option to specify the location of the files that are required to restore the feature. For more information on specifying a source location, see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=243077.

The DISM log file can be found at C:\Windows\Logs\DISM\dism.log

 

[Maxstar]

Here's the next fix.

Step 1.
Warning: This fix was written specifically for this system. Do not run this fix on another system.

• Save any work you have open, and close all programs.
• Download the attachment SFCFix.zip and save it to your desktop.
• Drag the SFCFix.zip file over the SFCFix.exe executable and release it.

• SFCFix will launch, let it complete.
• Once done, a file will appear on your desktop, called SFCFix.txt.
• Post the logfile (SFCFix.txt) as attachment in your next reply.

Step 2. Run the following DISM command and post the result. If it fails attach a new copy of the CBS log.

DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

 

[VDas]

Here's the updated SFCFix.txt and the log.

PS C:\Users\Vinaayak G Dasika> sudo DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool
Version: 10.0.22621.2706

Image Version: 10.0.22635.3350

[==========================100.0%==========================]
Error: 0x800f081f

The source files could not be found.
Use the "Source" option to specify the location of the files that are required to restore the feature. For more information on specifying a source location, see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=243077.

The DISM log file can be found at C:\Windows\Logs\DISM\dism.log

 

[Maxstar]

Here's the next fix.

Step 1.
Warning: This fix was written specifically for this system. Do not run this fix on another system.

• Save any work you have open, and close all programs.
• Download the attachment SFCFix.zip and save it to your desktop.
• Drag the SFCFix.zip file over the SFCFix.exe executable and release it.

• SFCFix will launch, let it complete.
• Once done, a file will appear on your desktop, called SFCFix.txt.
• Post the logfile (SFCFix.txt) as attachment in your next reply.

Step 2. Run the following DISM command and post the result. If it fails attach a new copy of the CBS log.

DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

 

[VDas]

Sorry, going to do this tomorrow afternoon asi will be busy during the day. Thanks a lot!

 

[Maxstar]

No problem, I'll see the result then.

 

[VDas]

Hi Maxstar! Thanks for the fix. The output from DISM reads

PS C:\Users\Vinaayak G Dasika> DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth

Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool
Version: 10.0.22621.2706

Image Version: 10.0.22635.3350

[==========================100.0%==========================] The restore operation completed successfully.
The operation completed successfully.

I have not been able to test if Windows Update works now, and may take maybe 30 minutes to an hour in order to actually test it. Thanks for the help, I'll get back to you on wheteher it fixed the problem.

 

[VDas]

Sorry, missed the log.

 

[Maxstar]

Great, this looks much beter. Let's hope the latest available updates will install without an issues.

 

[VDas]

Alright, so I tried updating it but had to walk away from the laptop while it happened due to IRL work, but when I came back it was done. I thought it had worked as it fully went into the please keep your computer on, we are 1% done and all that, but Windows Update shows no sign of the update having been installed... It however does show a new update: "Update Stack Package - (Version 1212.2309.20012.0)" that has never shown up until right now. Do I need to send any new logs?

 

[VDas]

Trying to download the update again as well, but it has been stuck on "Downloading 7%" for at least 15 minutes by now.

 

[VDas]

Well, it stopped downloading now and just shows an "Install" button now...

Edit: Just noticed that the Fix problems using Windows Update button is also still greyed out.

 

[Maxstar]

Okay, please install the update to see what happens.

 

[VDas]

Welp, it failed with: "Install error - 0x800706f7", which logs do I post?

Edit: The Update Stack Package does say it installed.

 

[Maxstar]

Please provide the latest CBS logs.

 

[VDas]

Here you go!

 

[VDas]

Sorry it said the uploaded file is too large, will upload it on mega and send.