Resolving Windows 10 Error 0x80070003: Incorrect File Path
Various strategies exist to address the error 0x80070003: Incorrect File Path in Windows 10:
- Utilise the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update > Execute the troubleshooter.
- Alter the Software Distribution Folder's Name: Launch Command Prompt with administrator rights and input the following commands:
net stop wuauserv
ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
net start wuauserv
- Inspect the System Files: Launch Command Prompt with administrator privileges and enter the command:
sfc /scannow
- Deactivate the Antivirus Software: At times, antivirus programs may disrupt the Windows Update mechanism. Temporarily deactivate your antivirus and attempt the update.
- Reset Windows Update Components: Launch Command Prompt as an administrator and execute the following commands:
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop appidsvc
net stop cryptsvc
ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
net start bits
net start wuauserv
net start appidsvc
net start cryptsvc - Initiate a Clean Boot: Occasionally, third-party applications may interfere with the Windows Update process. Initiate a clean boot and attempt to update Windows.
Should these methods fail, reinstalling Windows 10 may be necessary.