0x80070057
Moderate
Microsoft · Windows
The parameter is incorrect. This error occurs when Windows encounters an invalid parameter during update installation, disk formatting, or partition operations.
Quick Answer
Error code 0x80070057 on your Microsoft Windows means: The parameter is incorrect. This error occurs when Windows encounters an invalid parameter during update installation, disk formatting, or partition operations.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Check Regional Settings: Open Control Panel > Region > Additional settings. Ensure 'Decimal symbol' is set to a period (.) — some updates fail when this is set to a comma.
2
Reset Windows Update components: Stop wuauserv, bits, cryptsvc, and msiserver services. Rename SoftwareDistribution and catroot2 folders. Restart services.
3
Run sfc /scannow followed by DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.
4
Check the system partition: Open Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc) and verify the system partition (usually 100-500 MB, EFI System Partition) is healthy and has free space.
5
If the error occurs during disk formatting or partitioning, open Command Prompt as Administrator and use diskpart to clean and reformat the target disk: list disk, select disk X, clean, create partition primary, format fs=ntfs quick.
6
Check and repair the registry: Open Registry Editor, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate, and look for any unusual values. Export the key as a backup before making changes.
7
Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter to automatically detect and fix configuration issues.
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
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