Windows Update Error 0x8007045b: FULLY FIXED

The built-in Troubleshooter is likely to fix this issue

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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The 0x8007045b error on Windows arises for some users when they try to update those platforms. When some users check for updates to install, Settings displays anerror messagethat states:

There were some problems installing updates, but we’ll try again later.

Thaterror messagealso includes the 0x8007045b error code. So, you can’t install updates when that issue arises.

What does the error code 0x8007045b mean?

This error code stands for ERROR_SHUTDOWN_IN_PROGRESS and may be caused by various things, such as:

How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x8007045b?

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

TheWindows Updatetroubleshooter is Windows 10’s built-in utility for fixing update issues.

2. Run deployment image (DISM) and system file scans (SFC)

Users often need to repair corrupted system files to resolve error 0x8007045b.

3. Clear the Windows Update cache folder

4. Uninstall third-party antivirus utilities

It’s recommended users uninstall antivirus software as disabling them isn’t always enough to ensure their firewalls don’t get in the way of updates.

However, you can try disabling an antivirus utility first by right-clicking its system tray icon to select a disable or turn off setting there.

If that doesn’t fix the issue, however, uninstall the antivirus utility. Thereafter, Windows Defender can replace your uninstalled antivirus package.

Those are a few of the potential fixes for the 0x8007045b error. If they aren’t enough, however, you might need to resetWindows.

You can do that with a repair install or the Reset this PC utility, as outlined within theFactory reset Windows 10post.

Which one of these solutions helped you with the Windows Update error 0x8007045b? Let us know by leaving your feedback in the comments section below.

Windows Update Error 0x8007045b: FULLY FIXED#

What does the error code 0x8007045b mean?#

How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x8007045b?#

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter#

2. Run deployment image (DISM) and system file scans (SFC)#

3. Clear the Windows Update cache folder#

4. Uninstall third-party antivirus utilities#