How can I fix error 0x800F0915 on Windows?

[Emmawoods]

I’m getting error 0x800F0915 when trying to install updates on my Windows system. Has anyone faced this issue before? What are the steps to troubleshoot and resolve this error?

 

[SK_Tech]

It usually occurs during Windows updates, and I've encountered that error before. This is what I found to be effective:

Open the Windows Update Troubleshooter by going to Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters.

Launch the Command Prompt as administrator and type:

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
sfc /scannow

Try updating again after restarting.

Use the Windows Update Assistant from Microsoft's website or delete the SoftwareDistribution folder if it doesn't work.

Usually, one of these fixes fixes 0x800F0915 without requiring a complete reinstallation.

 

[Audrey]

To repair error 0x800F0915 in windows, the Windows Update Troubleshooter can be used, missing updates installed, DISM scan and SFC scan used, windows update component reset, or in-place repair upgrade.

 

[simran]

• Run as admin: SFC → sfc /scannow
• Then DISM: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
• If it fails, use a Windows ISO as the source.
• Reset Windows Update components.

 

[riyanroshan]

Try running Windows Update Troubleshooter, then use DISM /RestoreHealth and SFC /scannow in Command Prompt. Remove pending updates, reboot, and retry updating. Ensure stable internet and enough disk space.