How to Fix Error 0x8007000d When Updating Windows
Solutions for Windows Update and for the Microsoft Store, including the command that clears the Store cache without uninstalling apps.
Code 0x8007000d means Windows can't process a needed file because it's missing, damaged, or its content isn't valid. It shows up mostly in two contexts worth telling apart.
It isn't only a Windows Update thing: this same code shows up just as often when installing or updating apps from the Microsoft Store. If it shows up there rather than during a system update, the solutions are practically the same, but it's worth knowing it isn't exclusive to Windows Update.
First steps
- Windows Update Troubleshooter (Settings → Troubleshoot).
- SFC and DISM — the most common cause of this specific code is damaged system files, so this step is usually the most effective.
- If it persists, continue with the Windows Update component reset we already covered in detail.
If it shows up when installing Microsoft Store apps
Besides SFC/DISM, try resetting the Store itself:
wsreset.exe
This command clears the Microsoft Store's cache with no already installed app being uninstalled — the window opens black for a moment and closes itself when it finishes, that's expected behaviour.
If the error always shows up with the same specific update
It might be a known issue with THAT specific update, not your machine. Check the KB number on Microsoft's official known issues page before continuing to investigate on your own — sometimes the solution is simply waiting for the next fixed patch.
Warning: if you decide to run
chkdsk C: /f as part of the fix, don't interrupt the
process or force-shutdown the machine while it's running.
Frequently asked questions
Does error 0x8007000d only show up in Windows Update?
No, it's just as common when installing or updating apps from the Microsoft Store. In both cases, the cause is usually the same: damaged or missing files.
What does the wsreset.exe command do?
It clears the Microsoft Store's cache, with no already installed app being uninstalled. The window opens black briefly and closes itself when done — that's normal.
Could it be a problem with a specific update, not my PC?
Yes, it happens fairly often. Checking the KB number on Microsoft's official known issues page tells you if it's an already identified bug with a fix on the way.