But sadly, it has adopted some errors as well.
One of them is the infamous Error 0x80d02002.
Usually, the 0x80d02002 error occurs on Windows 10 updates, especially when installing the feature updates.
But now it has crawled its way into the Windows 11 as well, like a parasite.
But not to worry.
However, some processes might require a few more steps.
But it doesnt matter whether its small or big.
Ive provided all possible solutions available to fix this update error for Windows 10 and 11.
Perform the solutions chronologically, and you will not face this problem again.
Here are the solutions to fix Windows 10/11 update error:
1.
Check Storage Space
Before we start doing the advanced fixes, check your drive C storage.
Uninstall the softwares you dont use and perform disk cleanup on the C drive to remove junk files.
Enable Windows Update
Of course, Windows update has to be enabled to update Windows.
Typically restarting the PC will fix it.
And when I say restart, you actually have to restart.
Dont shut down and turn on the PC right away.
So check that you restart.
If not, move to the next solution.
Disable VPN & Antivirus
Sometimes VPN and third-party antivirus softwares can interfere with Windows updates and cause problems.
Its a good idea to temporarily disable them while Windows is updating.
And cause other problems.
Heres how to do a full scan of Windows 10 and 11:
This process will take a while.
After the scan is completed, get rid of any defects if found.
Run SFC
If a corrupted system file is installed, it might cause windows to update problems.
you’re gonna wanna run System File Checker (SFC) and ensure everything works accordingly.
Heres the way to run SFC:
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth
Sfc /scannow
Wait for the process to finish.
The Deployment Image Servicing is used to fix images.
If an image is corrupted and you dont run this process, the SFC scan will not work.
Check out our separate post onGigaByte SIV Not Working on Windows 11.
Clean Start
kickstart your equipment with all your third-party apps disabled.
It will verify that no other apps interfere with Windows updates.
Check out our separate post onWindows 11: Exclude Files From Windows Defender.
Manual Download & Install
If the error persists, you might manually download and implement the Windows update.
Heres how to download and install windows update manually:
The update should install without any issues.
Reinstall Windows
Reinstalling your Windows will eliminate all the bugs and glitches causing the Windows update issue.
Its an easy process, but itll take some time, so be patient.
This is a time-consuming process, but it will fix the issue at hand.
FAQs
Why cant I update to Windows 11?
Your equipment might not meet the minimum requirements to install Windows 11.
Check outWindows 11 requirements.
How do I force Windows 11 to update?
What will happen if I install Windows 11 on unsupported processor?
By installing Windows 11 on unsupported PC, you will face incompatibility problems.
You will not receive any support from Microsoft or any future updates.
And that Microsoft hasnt fixed it yet.
But it doesnt matter.
The solutions Ive provided here will definitely fix it and you wont face this error again.
Let me know if you have any other questions regarding Windows errors.
See you in the comment section.
