If you are trying to install the latest Windows updates then you might see an error 0x800706be on the screen. This error message will be shown with a Windows Update failed message. Obviously, you won’t be able to update your Windows while seeing this error message. This error code will keep appearing during the Windows Update even after a reboot or multiple attempts at the Windows Update.
The error code 0x800706be is shown whenever there’s a problem with your system files. The system files can be misconfigured or corrupt. The most likely cause of this error is the corruption in Windows Update Components. Corruption in the files can happen to anyone at any time and it is a normal thing. Corrupt Windows Update Components or Corrupt Windows Update files will prevent Windows Update from successfully getting installed.
Tip
Try running the Windows Update Troubleshooter before applying the solutions given in methods below. Running the Windows Update Troubleshooter usually resolves the issue and doesn’t require a lot of technical steps.
Method 1: Reset Windows Update Components
Resetting Windows Update Components has worked for plenty of users. Since the issue is most likely caused by corrupted Windows Components, deleting the old files and resetting the components is the logical answer. Simply follow the steps given below to reset your Windows Update Components
Now close the Command prompt and try to update the Windows again.
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