0x8007017c
Easy Fix
Microsoft · Windows
The cloud sync operation was not completed before the timeout period. A cloud file operation (typically OneDrive) failed to finish within the allotted time.
Quick Answer
Error code 0x8007017C on your Microsoft Windows means: The cloud sync operation was not completed before the timeout period. A cloud file operation (typically OneDrive) failed to finish within the allotted time.. 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 your internet connection: Run a speed test to verify bandwidth. OneDrive requires a stable connection for syncing.
2
Pause and resume OneDrive sync: Right-click the OneDrive tray icon, select 'Pause syncing' for 2 hours, wait 30 seconds, then click 'Resume syncing'.
3
Reset OneDrive: Press Windows + R, type: %localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset and press Enter.
4
Check for sync conflicts: Right-click the OneDrive tray icon, click 'View sync problems' and resolve any file conflicts shown.
5
Reduce the number of files syncing: Right-click OneDrive tray icon > Settings > Account > Choose folders, and deselect folders you do not need synced locally.
6
If on a corporate network, verify that OneDrive URLs are not being blocked by your firewall: *.sharepoint.com, *.onedrive.com, login.microsoftonline.com.
7
Adjust OneDrive bandwidth settings: OneDrive Settings > Network — remove any upload/download speed limits.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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