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Windows Error 0x80073712: Windows Update Component Missing
Quick fix: Run DISM RestoreHealth — Open CMD as Admin: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth This connects to Windows Update and downloads replacement components. Full step-by-step below.
Getting 0x80073712 on the June 2026 update (KB5094126)?
If this error appears while installing the June 2026 Windows 11 cumulative update on 24H2/25H2, it is part of a confirmed Microsoft issue alongside 0x800f0922 and 0x800f0993. See the dedicated June 2026 Windows 11 update failure guide (with video).
What Causes Windows Error 0x80073712?
Windows error 0x80073712 (Windows Update Component Missing) can be triggered by several issues:
- Corrupted Windows component store (WinSxS folder)
- Incomplete previous update leaving components in bad state
- Disk errors corrupting update component files
- Windows image files damaged
- Hard disk nearly full preventing component store operations
| Cause | Best fix |
|---|---|
| Corrupted Windows component store (WinSxS folder) | Run DISM RestoreHealth |
| Incomplete previous update leaving components in bad state | Run SFC after DISM |
| Disk errors corrupting update component files | Reset Windows Update components |
| Windows image files damaged | Download the update manually from Microsoft Catalog |
| Hard disk nearly full preventing component store operations | Check disk health and free up space |
How to Fix Windows Error 0x80073712 — Step by Step
Run DISM RestoreHealth
Open CMD as Admin:DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
This connects to Windows Update and downloads replacement components. Can take 15-30 minutes on a slow connection.
Run SFC after DISM
After DISM completes, run:sfc /scannow
SFC uses the repaired component store to fix system files. Run it twice if the first pass reports errors.
Reset Windows Update components
CMD as Admin — run these in sequence:net stop wuauservnet stop cryptSvcnet stop bitsnet stop msiserverren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.oldren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.oldnet start wuauservnet start cryptSvcnet start bitsnet start msiserver
Download the update manually from Microsoft Catalog
Visit catalog.update.microsoft.com, search for the KB number of the failed update, download the standalone .msu file, and install it manually without Windows Update.
Check disk health and free up space
Run:chkdsk C: /f
Also check free disk space — the component store needs room to operate. Open Settings > Storage and delete temporary files to free up space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does error 0x80073712 mean?
A file required by Windows Update is missing from the component store (WinSxS folder). Windows cannot complete the update because a prerequisite component is absent or corrupted.
Is DISM safe to run?
Yes. DISM is a built-in Microsoft tool specifically designed to repair Windows images. It downloads replacement components from Microsoft's servers without affecting your files or settings.
How long does DISM take?
Between 5 minutes and 1 hour depending on internet speed and how many components need replacement. Leave the CMD window open and do not interrupt it.
Can I ignore this error?
You can skip the specific failing update temporarily, but the component store corruption will eventually affect other updates and system features. Fix it promptly.
What if DISM itself fails?
If DISM fails with error 0x800f081f, it cannot reach Windows Update. Use a Windows ISO as the source: mount the ISO and run DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:E:\Sources\install.wim
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