Error 0x80070057 in Windows

Error 0x80070057 in Windows is a fairly common issue that users may encounter when performing various tasks such as updating the operating system, creating backups, installing, or running programs. This error indicates that the operating system could not process the parameters passed to a command, or there are problems with the file system or configuration.

Possible Causes of Error 0x80070057:

  • Windows update issues — the error may occur when attempting to install updates, especially if system files or update files are corrupted.
  • Incorrect registry settings — damage to the registry or incorrect settings can trigger this error.
  • File system issues — there may be hard drive damage or problems with the file structure.
  • Antivirus software or third-party programs — some programs may conflict with the update or installation processes.

Solutions for Error 0x80070057:

1. Check the Integrity of System Files

Use the following command in Command Prompt with administrator privileges:

sfc /scannow

This command will check the system for corrupted files and attempt to repair them.

2. Free Up Disk Space

Make sure that there is enough free space on the system drive (usually drive C:). The error may occur due to a lack of space for temporary files.

3. Disable Antivirus or Other Third-Party Programs

Temporarily disable antivirus software and try performing the actions that caused the error again. Sometimes, third-party programs may block processes related to updating or installing.

4. Reset Windows Update Components

To do this, run the following commands in Command Prompt:


net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver

These commands will stop services related to updates, rename the folders containing the update cache, and restart the services.

5. Update Drivers

Outdated or corrupted drivers can cause conflicts with system processes. Try updating your drivers through Device Manager.

6. Edit the Registry

Sometimes, error 0x80070057 is related to corrupted registry keys. To fix this:

  1. Press Win+R and type "regedit".
  2. Navigate to the following path: 
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX\Settings
  3. Check the "IsConvergedUpdateStackEnabled" value. If it doesn't exist, create a new DWORD (32-bit) parameter and set its value to 0.

7. Reinstall Windows

If the above methods do not work, the last resort may be to reinstall the system. Be sure to back up all important data before proceeding.

If the error persists, you may also try contacting Microsoft Support or using official forums where additional advice for troubleshooting this issue can be found.