Windows Update Couldn’t Be Installed Error 2149842967

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Error 2149842967 arises for some users when they try to update Windows 10 (either manually or via the Windows Update tab).

The Event Log message for this error states:Windows update could not be installed because of error 2149842967.

So, Windows 10 updates aren’t installed when that issue arises. It’s important to fix update issues to ensure that Windows 10 gets updated with all patch updates for your build version.

What can I do to fix the error 2149842967?

1. Run a system file scan

First, check for system file corruption by running a System File Checker scan. OurFix: Corrupted system file guidegives you the full low down on how to run an SFC scan.

2. Check for update issues with the Windows Update troubleshooter

3. Check the BITS service is enabled and running

4. Reset the update components

Those are some resolutions that can feasibly fix theWindows Update could not be installed because of error 2149842967issue.

They aren’t necessarily guaranteed fixes for everyone, but resetting orreinstalling Windows 10should always be the last potential resolutions for resolving Windows 10 update issues like error 2149842967.

Windows Update Couldn’t Be Installed Error 2149842967#

What can I do to fix the error 2149842967?#

1. Run a system file scan#

2. Check for update issues with the Windows Update troubleshooter#

3. Check the BITS service is enabled and running#

4. Reset the update components#