TheWindows Resource Protection Could Not Start The Repair Serviceoccurs when the system fails to run the System File Checker (SFC) Scan. There could be several causes for this problem, but it is most likely to occur if the Windows Module Installer service fails to function.
Bugs in the Windows,corrupted system filesand issues in the System drive volume also can lead to this problem. On some Windows devices, viruses and malware infections could also trigger this problem while initiating the repair service.
Most Users have reported resolving this issue by restarting theModule Installer service.However, this issue has been reported on some Windows devices after installing Windows updates, and restarting the Windows service may not work in those cases.
Today, we’ll discuss how to fix this problem and get the Windows repair service back up and running.
Fixes for “Windows Resource Protection Could Not Start The Repair Service”
A system restart is recommended before proceeding with the fixes to eliminate the possibility of minor operating system glitches causing this issue.
If it still shows theWindows Resource Protection Could Not Start The Repair Serviceerror, try these suggested fixes to solve the problem.
Change the Startup type of the Windows Module Installer
Windows module installer is responsible for updating, modifying and removal of different Windows Services. It is also associated with the system files ofWindows resource protection. It is seen that if this service fails to startup, the SFC scan fails to run and promptsWindows Resource Protection Could Not Start the Repair Servicemessage.
If you cannot start the Module from the Windows Services, you can also force start itusing the command line.
Run the Repair service from the Safe Mode
In safe mode, Windows operates with minimal features and drivers. If there are some system processes causing the conflicts while carrying out the SFC scans, you canboot into safe modeand try running the scans.
Copy the Missing Dll to the System Directory
On some early builds of Windows 10 thewrprint.dllmodule that is used by many Windows applications seems to be missing. This is a common issue encountered in theinsider build 14279 and 14291. This issue was later solved by rolling a stable update.
Here’s how to fix this problem without having toupdate the Windows.
Run SFC Offline
If you are not able to run the SFC scans from theRecovery environmentor the safe mode, you can use a bootable installation media and then run the SFC command offline.
For instance, if the partition drive letter is C: and the system root is \Windows, use the above command as,sfc /SCANNOW /OFFBOOTDIR=C:\ /OFFWINDIR=C:\windows
Perform DISM scans
When the Windows image file (.WIM) gets corrupted or has some potential issues with it, it can trigger problems with the repair service as well. The system file related to the repair service might get affected because of different reasons. To repair these underlying issues with the service, you can run the DISM scans.
Run CHKDSK Scans
Logical errors in the disk and problems with the file system metadata can result in different system-related issues. If the system partition gets affected by such logical errors, differentWindows services can face functional hitches.This might also be the case that is causing the Windows repair service (SFC in specific) not to function as intended.
you’re able to perform theCHKDSK scansto fix such drive-related problems and then see if the SFC scans work.
Uninstall Windows Update
Some of the rolled-out Windows Update builds are reported to haveissues with the System File Checker.For instance, packages like the KB2821895 are said to bring problems to the repair service.
If you have encountered a similar problem after the windows update, then it is recommended to uninstall it to get a resolve.
Perform System Restore
If the issue with the Windows repair service has suddenly popped up, system restore also becomes a viable option to fix this issue. System restore takes your system back to the point where the problem exists.
However, you must have created a restore point before the occurrence of this problem.
Windows Reset
If the system restore does not work, you can reset the whole Windows operating system to default using the Windows Reset service. Here’s how to do it.
It is best to perform a clean Windows installation to resolve this issue altogether. However, you must back up your files before doing it. We have a comprehensive guide for you onperforming a clean Windows installation.
