Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested Operation

[Wn7user]

In working through the triage tree to fix a windows update error (updates wouldn't install), I got the dreaded "windows resource protection could not perform the requested operation" while attempting sfc /scannow.



I've tried every single one of the fixes I can find to this error, safe mode, fixing permissions etc. According to the triage tree I am following, the next step is reinstall the OS.



Is that true, a reinstall my only option? Are there any good tools to preserve all the user data and programs on the corrupted Windows 7 Machine.



This machine is part of a Server 2012 domain if that is relevant.

 

[torchwood]

Hi Wn7user,

Upto you which way you want to proceed,
by the way whats the error code for WU.

1 )
NO LOSS OF DATA
Repair Install
likely the fastest way.

2)
investigate - could take a while
run
KB947821 (SURT) - post results

chkdsk /r


Roy

 

[Wn7user]

Roy, first off thanks for the help. I'll check the resources and get answers the question about the particular Windows Update error. But first, thanks again. This problem has been driving me crazy. So it is good to know there are options for help.