How to Fix Invalid Data Error Code 0x8007000d in Windows 10 & 11 Update

When upgrading the Windows operating system to the latest build, the screen displays "Some update files are missing or have problems. We'll try to download the update again later. Error code: (0x8007000d)". Many users' first reaction was to restart the system, but they found no use for it. How to fix invalid data error code 0x8007000d in Windows 10 & 11 update? This article will show you some solutions to fix the problem.

What Caused the Error code 0x8007000d?

The update error 0x8007000d occurs mainly for two reasons, that is, a corrupted system file or the Windows Update component is out of date. Windows Update is unable to carry out the installation without these files.

How to Fix Invalid Data Error Code 0x8007000d in Windows 10 & 11 Update?

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

Due to the damage to the Windows update component, the Windows update may fail to work. Therefore, Microsoft has provided a troubleshooting tool to fix these errors.

For Windows 10:

Steps: Press “Win + I” to open the Setting window → Update & Security → Troubleshoot → Additional troubleshooters → Windows Update → Run the troubleshooter.

For Windows 11:

Steps: Press “Win + I” to open the Setting window → System → Troubleshoot → Other trouble-shooters → Windows Update → Run.

After finishing detecting problems, then restart your computer to check whether the error code is fixed.

2. Run the System File Checker Commands

Step 1: Press “Ctrl + Shift + Esc” to open Task Manager → Click File → Run new task → Type “cmd” (Remember to check the administrative privileges) → Click OK.

Step 2: Type sfc/scannow to run the system file checker then hit Enter button.

It will take a few minutes to finish scanning. Once finished, reboot your PC to check if the update error 0x8007000d is fixed.

3. Run the DISM Commands

If the SFC does not solve this problem, you can try to run the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM.exe) to fix the corrupt files.

Step 1: Press “Ctrl + Shift + Esc” to open Task Manager → Click File → Run new task → Type “cmd” (Remember to check the administrative privileges) → Click OK.

Step 2: Type the following command then hit the Enter button.

dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth

Waiting for a few minutes till the above scanning is finished.

Step 3: Type the following command:

dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

When the scanned report fixes the main reason, you may restart your computer to update Windows without receiving the error code 0x8007000d.

4. Use the Gpedit to Enable Windows Update

Sometimes the disabled update component may lead to error code 0x8007000d. You can try the next method to enable the Windows update component.

Step 1: Press “Win + R” → Type “gpedit.msc” to open Local Group Policy Editor.

Step 2: Visit the following route in order:

Computer Configuration/ Administrative Templates/ System/ Specify settings for optional component installation and component repair

Step 3: Double-click the specify settings for optional component installation and component repair → Click Enabled → Click OK. Then reboot your Windows and check for updates.

5. Download the Update Installation Assistant

Microsoft offers users the Windows Update Assistant to update on the website. You can use it to download the newest updates.

Steps: Visit the website to download the installation assistant. (Windows 10; Windows 11) Then double-click the package you download, and click Update Now.

6. Download the Independent Package Manually

Microsoft uploads separate packages for each cumulative update to the Windows 11 or 10 operating system. You can visit the Microsoft Update Catalog website to check the update number of the packages.

Steps: Check for your targeted update number, then use it to search with the beginning of KB → Click download. After downloading, follow the installation steps to finish the update.

7. Use the Media Creation Tool to Fix 0x8007000d Errors

Step 1: Download the Media Creation Tool on the website. (Windows 10; Windows 11)

Step 2: Finish the installation by following the on-screen instructions. But there are some steps you should pay attention to.

On the "What do you want to do" page, select Upgrade this PC now; On the "Ready to install" page, Click "Change What to keep" to select whether to keep all files and apps or not. Some steps may take a few minutes, please be patient to wait.