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Microsoft Store Error 0x87e10bcf [Solved]
Learn to fix your Microsoft Store for good
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Microsoft Store has a large collection of apps, be it games or dedicated tools, for users to download and install. But, several users have recently reported encountering the0x87e10bcferror code in Microsoft Store.
The error is encountered while downloading or updating an app and does not let the process complete. This poses a major hurdle, and users have been looking for ways to eliminate the error.
Therefore we have decided to dedicate this guide to listing the causes and walk you through the most effective fixes for Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfin Windows.
What causes the 0x87e10bcf error in Microsoft Store?
There are various reasons behind this error. Since it has got to do with updating, there are a bunch of critical services that have to be running in the background, and in case they are not, you are likely to encounter the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcf.
Apart from that, corrupt Windows Update Components are also responsible for the error. Also, if the installation of the app that you are facing problems with did not go through properly, there is a likelihood of encountering the problem.
Since it could be any of these issues behind the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfin Windows, we have listed the fix for each.
If you are able to identify the underlying cause, directly head to the relevant method and execute it. Otherwise, follow the steps below in the listed sequence to quickly and effectively eliminate the error.
How do I fix the 0x87e10bcf error in Microsoft Store?
1. Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter
1. PressWindows+Ito launch theSettingsapp.
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Click onTroubleshooton the right in theSystemtab.
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Click onOther troubleshooters.
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Now, locate theWindows Store Appstroubleshooter and click on theRunbutton next to it.
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Follow the on-screen instructions and choose the appropriate response when prompted, to complete the troubleshooting.
Microsoft offers several built-in troubleshooters for users to automatically diagnose and eliminate problems with the Windows device and connected peripherals.
Your primary approach when encountering the 0x87e10bcf error should be to run a dedicated troubleshooter when facing an error.
2. Reset the Microsoft Store cache
3. Change startup type for critical services
There are certain services that need to be running in order to download updates, be it for Windows or the apps installed via Microsoft Store. In case any of these are not running, get them to, and check if the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfis eliminated.
4. Reinstall the conflicting app
If you are encountering the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfwhile updating certain apps, it’s likely that their installation did not go through successfully. Or the last app that was installed misconfigured things, thus leading to the error.
In which case, the ideal fix would be to uninstall the conflicting app and then reinstall it from the Microsoft Store.
5. Repair/reset the Microsoft Store app
Repairing and resetting are two of the simplest troubleshooting methods that can fix most of the errors with any app.
When you repair an app, all its files are checked and the corrupt ones are replaced, the Registry entries are verified and the necessary changes are made. If repairing doesn’t work, the next option is to reset the app.
When you do that, the app practically becomes as good as new. Though, all the stored data and configured settings will be lost. But it’s most likely to fix the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfin Windows 11.
6. Reset Windows Update Components
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Paste the following command and hitEnterin order to resetWinsock:netsh winsock reset
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The last step is to execute the following two commands to restart theBITSandWindows Updateservices:net start bitsnet start wuauserv
If the Windows Update Components are corrupt, you may as well encounter the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfin Windows. Follow the steps listed here to reset it and check if the error is fixed. If not, move to the last method.
7. Perform a system restore
If none of the fixes listed above have worked, performing a system restore would eliminate the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcf.
When you restore the system, the idea is to basically take the computer back into time to a point when the error didn’t exist. So, it’s critical that you choose a restore point that was created before you first encountered the error.
Also, the restore process does not affect the files stored on the system, though installed apps or configured settings may be removed. In case the process doesn’t go as planned, learnhow to undo a system restore in Windows 11.
What do I do if Microsoft Store keeps crashing in Windows 11?
Another issue that several users have reported is that the Microsoft Store keeps crashing ever since they upgraded to Windows 11. And, this is even worse than the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfsince you are unable to access the store altogether.
The problem with Microsoft Store could arise due to corrupt system files, problems with the cache, or if you have set an incorrect date and time on your computer.
If you too are facing it, find out how to fix issues causing theMicrosoft Store to crash in Windows 11. Also, learn how to eliminate the0x80131500error code in Microsoft Store. Though the guide is for Windows 10, it works on the latest iteration as well.
These are all the ways you can fix the Microsoft Store error0x87e10bcfin Windows 11. By the time you reach this part of the article, the error should be eliminated. In case it persists,reset Windows 11 to its factory settings.
Also, check our detailed guide on theMicrosoft Store which also lists the various changes made to it in Windows 11.
Tell us which fix worked for you in the comments section below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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