Fix Error 0X800F0982 On Windows 10

A good number of users Windows end up watching the error 0X800F0982 When trying to install certain pending cumulative updates on Windows 10This issue is most commonly encountered with updates KB4493509, KB4493509, and KB4489899.

After investigating this issue thoroughly, it turns out that there are evidences of several issues that can trigger this update error on a computer running Windows 10 operating system. Here is a short list of possible culprits:

• Common mistake of Windows Update: Please note that the problem can occur due to common errors that Microsoft is well aware of. In this case, you need to run the Windows Update Troubleshooter, this should be enough to automatically fix the problem.
• The WU process is stuck in a state of limbo: You can also expect to see this error code because one or more essential WU services are stuck in a state of limbo. If this scenario is applicable, you should make sure to reset all Windows Update components to fix the problem.
• WU component damaged: A rare but possible scenario that could cause this issue is some sort of system file corruption that is affecting the WU component. In this case, you may be able to bypass the error by forcing the pending update to be installed from a terminal Powershell high.

Methods to fix error 0X800F082

Now that you have a more concrete idea about each type of potential issue that can trigger error code 0X800F0982, here is a list of verified fixes that other affected users have used with complete success to fix the problem and install the update they are facing:

1.- Running the Windows Update troubleshooter

Before we get into more advanced repair strategies capable of resolving error 0X800F0982, start this troubleshooting guide by checking if Windows 10 has the ability to resolve the problem automatically.

Note that Windows 10 includes several built-in repair strategies that can resolve most issues that arise when installing a pending Windows 10 update. This is not guaranteed to work, but it's a good starting point.

Some users facing this issue have managed to resolve the issue and install the pending update by running the Windows Update troubleshooter and applying the recommended solution.

Nota: El windows update troubleshooter contains dozens of repair strategies that are automatically applied if any inconsistencies are found. If the scan finds a viable repair strategy, the utility will automatically recommend a viable solution that you can apply with a simple click.

Follow the instructions below to implement the Windows Update troubleshooter and resolve error code 0X800F0982 on Windows 10:

• To start the opening of a Run dialog box you have to press the Windows key + R. After this, right inside the text box, you have to write this command ms-settings-troubleshoot  and press where it says Log in, this way the tab will open A satisfactory solution de problems of the application Configuration.
• When you are inside the tab Problem solving, you have to go to the right section of the screen Configuration, then scroll down to the Get in Touch section march and click on Windows Update.
• From the context menu of Windows Update, you must make sure to click where it says Run the solver de problems, remember that you will be able to see this within the newly appeared contextual menu.

After you do this, the tool will automatically start scanning your system for inconsistencies. Now you have to wait patiently until the initial scan is completed.

Nota: The troubleshooter will then go to work and determine if any of the repair strategies included with it are compatible with the update issue you are currently facing.

• Once a viable repair strategy is found for your case, you will be presented with a new window where you can click on the option that says Apply this fix to perform the recommended fix.

Nota: Depending on the solution the troubleshooter recommends, you may need to follow additional instructions before the recommended solution can be implemented.

• After you apply the solution, you have to restart your computer and see if the problem is resolved once the fresh startup is complete.

In case of error code 0X800F0982  keeps appearing when you try to install the pending update or the Windows Update troubleshooter did not find a viable repair strategy for you, you can try the following solution that we are going to describe in the next section.

2.- Resetting the WU component

If the problem is due to a WU crash or a cache issue, this procedure should allow you to install the update that previously failed with error 0X800F0982.

Several affected users have also confirmed that after following the steps below, they were able to install the failed update without any issues.

Here is a quick guide on how to reset each WU component manually from a symbol of the system high:

First, you are going to press the Windows key + R so that a dialog box can be opened Run. Then, you must write the command correctly cmd inside the text box and press the keys Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open an elevated command prompt.

Nota: When you look out the window UAC (User Account Control), Don't forget that you have to click on the word Yes for the respective administrative privileges to be granted.

Inside the elevated command prompt, you need to enter the following commands in the same order that we show you below to be able to reset each of the Windows update components:

• net stop wuauerv
• net stop cryptSvc
• net stop bits
• net stop msiserver
• ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistributionSoftwareDistribution.old
• ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
• net start wuauserv
• net start cryptSvc
• net start bits
• net start msiserver
• When each of the commands has been entered correctly, you should make sure to close the elevated command prompt and restart your computer to verify if the problem has been resolved once the next login sequence is completed.

If the same problem persists when you try to install a pending update, it is best to try the following method that we show you below.

3.- Force the installation of the update through Powershell

If a simple reset of your Windows Update component didn't fix the problem for you, you may be able to avoid the error altogether by forcing the update via Powershell.

We have identified several reports of users who managed to fix error 0X800F0982 by opening an elevated Powershell window and implementing a command that forces any pending files to be installed automatically.

Follow the instructions below to download and install the pending Windows update via Powershell:

• Initially you have to press the Windows key + R to open a dialog box Run. Inside this text box, you must make sure to type the command exactly powershell and press the keys Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open an elevated Powershell window with administrator access.

Nota: If UAC (User Account Control) asks you to click on the option with the word Yes, you must do in order to grant administrator access.

• When you are inside the elevated Powershell window, you must type the following command without errors  exe /UPDATENOW and press the Enter key to force the installation of the pending update.
• After you successfully install the update, you need to restart your computer and check the WU screen to see if there are still pending updates.

If you follow these simple tips you will be able to resolve the error satisfactorily. If you know of another effective method, please share it with us in our comments section. On the other hand, if you liked our guide you can recommend it to the rest of your friends. See you in a future post where we will give you more useful tips. Also, if you want to access more information you can visit our portal whenever you want. Thank you for reading us.