Missing Windows Component Files

What is 0x80073712?

The 0x80073712 error is categorized as a high-severity Windows operating system issue that can significantly impact your PC's stability. Windows updates fail with code 0x80073712 due to corrupt or missing component system files. When experiencing the Missing Windows Component Files fault, users often report sudden system crashes, unresponsive behavior, or a blue screen of death (BSOD). In most diagnostic scenarios, this problem is directly triggered by underlying hardware or software complications such as corrupt files in component store, unfinished previous update and antivirus software deleted quarantined system files. To permanently resolve the 0x80073712 issue and prevent further system degradation, it is highly recommended to follow our step-by-step troubleshooting guide below, ensuring your Windows operating system components are functioning correctly.

Common Causes

• Corrupt files in Component Store
• Unfinished previous update
• Antivirus software deleted quarantined system files

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

• 1
  Repair Component Store: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

  Applying the first fix (Repair Component Store: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth) addresses the most common root cause of 0x80073712 and restores baseline functionality.

• 2
  Then run: sfc /scannow

  If the problem persists, proceeding with the remaining steps ensures all edge cases related to windows instability are covered.

• 3
  Alternatively, perform an In-Place Upgrade of Windows 10/11

Commands & Diagnostics