Windows Update Error 0X8007045B Fully Fixed

The 0x8007045b error on Windows arises for some users when they try to update those platforms. When some users check for updates to install, Settings displays an error message that states:

The built-in Troubleshooter is likely to fix this issue

Windows Update errors are something that users fear the most when upgrading their OS.The article below will show you how you can handle Windows Update error 0x8007045b.Corrupted system files or third-party apps, including antiviruses, are the likely culprits.
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That error message also includes the 0x8007045b error code. So, you can’t install updates when that issue arises.

There were some problems installing updates, but we’ll try again later.

What does the error code 0x8007045b mean?

This error code stands for ERROR_SHUTDOWN_IN_PROGRESS and may be caused by various things, such as:

System files corruption
Third-party antiviruses & apps
Corrupted Windows Update services

How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x8007045b?

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

The Windows Update troubleshooter is Windows 10’s built-in utility for fixing update issues.

What does the error code 0x8007045b mean?
How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x8007045b?
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
1. Run deployment image (DISM) and system file scans (SFC)
1. Clear the Windows Update cache folder
1. Uninstall third-party antivirus utilities
To open that troubleshooter, press the Type here to search taskbar button.
To search for the troubleshooter tab, input the keyword troubleshoot.
Click Troubleshoot settings, which will open that tab in Settings.
Click Windows Update on the Troubleshoot tab.
Then press the Run this troubleshooter button to launch the troubleshooter.
The troubleshooter might then suggest a potential fix for the 0x8007045b error. If so, click the Apply this fix option.
Restart Windows before checking for updates again.

2. Run deployment image (DISM) and system file scans (SFC)

Users often need to repair corrupted system files to resolve error 0x8007045b.

To do so, open the Windows search box.
To search for Command Prompt, enter cmd in the search box.
You’ll need to open Command Prompt as an administrator.
So, right-click Command Prompt to open a context menu from which you can select Run as administrator.
To initiate a Deployment Image Servicing scan, enter DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth.
Press the Enter key to initiate that scan.
After that, input sfc /scannow; and press the Enter keyboard key.
Wait for the System File Checker scan to complete. Restart Windows when the scan is complete.

3. Clear the Windows Update cache folder

Resetting Windows Update components is one of the more reliable ways to fix update errors like the 0x8007045b error. First, open an elevated Command Prompt as outlined for resolution two.
Next, input the following separate commands in the Prompt’s window:
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
Close the Command Prompt, and press the Windows key + E keyboard shortcut to open File Explorer.
Open the Windows folder.
Right-click the SoftwareDistribution subfolder in the Windows folder and select Rename.
Input SoftwareDistribution.old as the new title for that folder, and press the Return key.
Open the System32 subfolder in the Windows folder.
Then right-click the catroot2 folder and select Rename to change its title to Catroot2.old.
Open the Command Prompt as administrator again.
Restart the services by entering these commands:
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver

4. Uninstall third-party antivirus utilities

Error 0x8007045b might be due to third-party antivirus software blocking update server communications.
To fix that, right-click your Start menu button and select Run.
Type appwiz.cpl in the Open box, and click the OK button.
Image Select the antivirus software listed within the Programs and Features Control Panel applet.
Press the Uninstall button.
If any dialog box opens, click Yes on it to provide confirmation.
Restart the desktop or laptop after uninstalling.

It’s recommended users uninstall antivirus software as disabling them isn’t always enough to ensure their firewalls don’t get in the way of updates.

So, right-click Command Prompt to open a context menu from which you can select Run as administrator.
Press the Enter key to initiate that scan.

net stop wuauserv net stop cryptSvc net stop bits net stop msiserver

net start wuauserv net start cryptSvc net start bits net start msiserver

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Expert tip:

The built-in Troubleshooter is likely to fix this issue#

What does the error code 0x8007045b mean?#

How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x8007045b?#

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter#

2. Run deployment image (DISM) and system file scans (SFC)#

3. Clear the Windows Update cache folder#

4. Uninstall third-party antivirus utilities#