Bad image/D3DCOMPILER_43.dl error in Safari/BF3, tried everything!!

[Ataraxey]

Same issue in BF3 alpha, beta and now release as well as this randomly appearing when using Safari or Firefox.

D3DCompiller.dll error seems to be the problem, and always says

the program name.exe - "bad image" as the window title followed by the message
"C:\Windows\system32\D3DCOMPILER_43.dll is either not designed to run on windows or it contains an error. Try re installing the program again using the original installation method or contact your system administrator or the software vendor for support"

I've attached a picture with the error im getting for BF3 or Safari


I've also had it pop up in another error window as seen in the screenshot attached.


I've attempted to update DirectX already from the web installer only to be told i'm already running a newer one, i've manually downloaded the Redist and attempted to replace it, doesnt change anything, and i've reinstalled any and all of the games having this issue dozens of times without a fix in sight.


So...what can i do now? I ran SFC /scannow and it found no errors, verifyonly found nothing either.
So how can i get this fixed?

I have my windows CDs as well, should i attempt to do something with those?

Please help!

 

[arkhi]

Try updating DX, just to be sure Download Details - Microsoft Download Center - DirectX End-User Runtime

See if said file also have a valid Digital Signature. Valid signature=file not corrupted=probable problem with actual game.

 

[Ataraxey]

Did it again, said that my current version is newer and thus cant be updated.

 

[arkhi]

Dunno if this would work, but here's my D3DCompiler_43.dll

Digitally Signed by Microsoft
MD5: 1c9b45e87528b8bb8cfa884ea0099a85

 

[cchalek]

Having same error

Hey I am encountering the same problem, has anyone reached a solution here yet?

 

[Jacee]

Some info here D3dcompiler_43.dll - D3dcompiler_43.dll Not Found Error - Missing D3dcompiler_43.dll - Fix D3dcompiler_43.dll

 

[cchalek]

yeah I've seen this, it does not address the error I'm currently getting

bf3.exe-Bad Image

C:|windows\system32\D3DCOMPILER_43.dll is either not designed to run on Windows or it contains an error. Try installing the program again using the original installation media or contact your system administrator or the software vendor for support.

Slowly driving myself crazy. Going to try a third party program to address...dllsuite. FML

 

[Dave Atkin]

I have attached my D3DCOMPILER_43.dll. Rename yours to D3DCOMPILER_43OLD.dll and copy mine over it.

I have BF3 installed and working. Let me know how you get on.

Dave

 

[cchalek]

Thanks so much Dave. I have replaced the file before but never renamed it my original with a different file name, if I do this will your file still copy over mine? This error is beginning to pop up more and more, which has me concerned as its a nearly new computer. I was thinking of trying a 3rd party program to clean/repair my registry, any thoughts on what or what not to use? Do you know of what the cause might have been? Is there a way to reinstall Directx11 that might take care of this, I've obviously tried using their end user web file thing...and downloading the most recent drivers. Can I downgrade to Dx9, would this help, can I overwrite my dx11? Thank you so mcuh, you are a king among men and infinitely more helpful than EA customer support.

 

[Dave Atkin]

Edit

Hello again, you're welcome .

Yes, just rename your old one and copy across. This is so we can keep yours as a backup but it will use mine.

I use ccleaner to clean the registry. Its free and isnt spyware. CCleaner - Optimization and Cleaning - Free Download
It will ask you if you want to do a backup of the regisrty components before it fixes them. I suggest you do this, just incase.

I'm not sure of the cause. It could be a recent update or it could have got currupted if not shut down correctly etc.

Check to see if your Graphics card is compatible with Windows 7 Directx11: Windows 7 Compatibility for : Hardware: Download Device Drivers

I wouldnt downgrade to Directx9 on a Windows 7 Machine. Directx10 and up is the way to go.

Dave

 

[cchalek]

Sadly, the problem persists. I've copied over the D3DCOMPILER_43.dll file, I've redownloaded everything having to do with directx end user etc... I've tried using cleaners and dllsuite to find the file, which is doesn't seem to notice any problem with. I am totally baffled and frustrated. This error is coming up in chrome and Battlefield 3 now...totally at a loss

 

[Dave Atkin]

Sorry to hear that.

Is your Graphics driver up-to-date? BF3 does prompt if it isnt though.

Have you tried doing a sfc /scannow to see if there are any problems with the System files? If not, click start>run and type in 'cmd'. in the black box type in 'sfc /scannow' .



Dave

 

[cchalek]

Dave,

I have downloaded the latest graphics driver for my nvidia 560ti, above I attached my dxdiag. If I perform this scan will it auto fix any problems encountered? I am trying opening a new admin user account, as EA suggested this, though I doubt it will yield any change. I can not begin to express my gratitude for your help with my problem. I am getting this Bad Image D3DCOMPILER_43.dll error in multiple programs and am really getting fed up, so again thank you thank you thank you, I appreciate your time and support, and you have provided me with the most on target support I've received. I will let you know if I ever get this thing solved. I am at work but will try the scan when I get home.

 

[cchalek]

I ran the scan and it found and fixed errors though the problem persists. I have a website that will cause my chrome.exe to put out the same error so I am saving myself the time of having to reinstall the game in order to get the prompt. I am going to try a clean boot to see if this solves the problem (a suggestion I found on another forum) If this fails I may try reinstalling windows 7 and then try a full reformat (not particularly appealing, but this thing is getting solved one way or another). Thanks to everyone for the help, I will post if I come to a solution. Dave, thanks again.

 

[cchalek]

Just found this about the Directx off a Directx website

New D3DCreateBlob Function

The June 2010 DirectX SDK includes a D3dcompiler_43.dll that exports the new D3DCreateBlob function. Therefore, you are no longer required to use D3d10.dll to create and use an arbitrary length data object.

Not sure if this can help

 

[Dave Atkin]

Hello again,

It doesnt really mean anything to me tbh. You could try the following to re-register the .dll file:

Start>Run>type in 'CMD'
type: 'regsvr32 /u D3DCOMPILER_43.dll' and press enter
type: 'regsvr32 D3DCOMPILER_43.dll' and press enter.


When did it work last btw?

Dave

 

[cchalek]

Dave, Not exactly sure when the problem started coming up, definitely within the last month as the computer is brand new. I will try this tonight, thanks again for the tip.

 

[cchalek]

That gets me to error message


The model D3DCOMPILER_43.dll was loaded but the entry point dllunregister was not found.

Make sure the D3DCOMPILER_43.dll is a valid dll or ocx file and try again

 

[Dave Atkin]

Did that error come up when opening a program or after registering the dll?

 

[cchalek]

It was when I ran the scan/register in the cmd function. I tried running another scan for malware, issue remains. I am hopefully receiving a copy of Windows 7 soon so I may move forward with a reformat unless you have any other suggestions. My system restore options were all too current of dates so they proved unhelpful, though I did try that path. Again, I appreciate all your continued support, if you can think of anything else that might be worth trying, I would greatly appreciate it. Hope this finds you well.