[SOLVED] Windows 10 update error - BITS service? - System error 193

[slaterohm]

Hello,

I don't like to ask for help but I'm kinda lost on how to move forwards.
I havent been able to run windows updates, do a clean install or upgrade to windows 11 for months now.
Most consistent thing I've noticed is the BITS service not being able to start. Tried a bunch of things, safe mode dism, sfc, etc.

My problems seem similar to these threads:

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[SOLVED] Thread 'Windows 10 - sfc not working, dism error 193, update not working KB5003169'

Jun 9, 2024

Hello,

I am having the same issue as was solved in this thread. As it appears that the thread is specific for the other computer, I need to ask for similar help on my PC.

Here is the link to the one that was solved:
[SOLVED] - Windows 10 - sfc not working, dism error 193, update not working

Here is the message that fits my own issue exactly:
Have an error with Windows Update failing with error 0x800700c1 each time.
sfc /scannow immediately fails with "Windows Resource Protection could not start the repair service"
"Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth"...

• carlinopsu
• Replies: 3
• Forum: Windows Update

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[SOLVED] Thread 'Windows 10 - sfc not working, dism error 193, update not working'

Sep 25, 2023

Hello,

Have an error with Windows Update failing with error 0x800700c1 each time.
sfc /scannow immediately fails with "Der Windows-Ressourcenschutz konnte den Reparaturdienst nicht starten." (Windows Resource Protection could not start the repair service)
"Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth" immediately fails with error 193 "%1 ist keine zulässige Win32-Anwendung." (%1 is not a valid Win32-application)

sfc and dism neither work in safe mode.
I also tried with an in-place upgrade (not in safe mode), but even that fails.

I also noticed that, when starting windows, it hangs for a...

• xerkrosis
• Replies: 5
• Forum: Windows Update

I have included the components and CBS.zip and the componentsScanner.

Would be very lovely if someone could help out.
Have a good day.

 

[Maxstar]

Hi and welcome to Sysnative,

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

 

[slaterohm]

You legend,
That seems to have done the trick. I'm able to download and install updates again.
Added the text file anyways. Have to go now, am gonna see if the Windows 11 update works as well tomorrow.

Will donate, much obliged

 

[Maxstar]

You're welcome! And let us know if the upgrade to Windows 11 succeeds, and thanks for the donation to Sysnative...

 

[slaterohm]

Windows 11 update succesful. Will note as solved.
Of course no problem, much appresh.

 

[Maxstar]

Glad to hear the installation of Windows 11 was also successful.