Windows 10 won't update to version 22H2, error code 0xc1900204

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Windows 10 won't update to version 22H2, error code 0xc1900204

Andrew Gabriel 0

I am trying to update windows 10 to version 22H2, but I keep receiving error code 0xc1900204. When I try to update, it will show that it has downloaded 100%. Then, when it tries to install, it seems to get stuck at 30%. Then after a while it will jump to 100%, but I receive the error code 0xc1900204.

I have already tried the Windows Update troubleshooter, which didn't make a difference. I also checked the RegEdit to ensure updates were going to C:\Program files.I also tried running Wufix.bat as described on this page: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4308619/windows-10-21h2-update-error-0xc1900223. After, I restarted my computer, but it did not help either.

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Answer 1

Estrella721 15,295 Independent Advisor

Hi, thank you for reaching out. I’m happy to help.

In the search bar, type Winver and hit Enter. Please share a screenshot of that window.
Go to Settings > Update and Security > Windows Update. Take a screenshot and share it here. Do not include any personal information.

Andrew Gabriel 0 Reputation points

2025-08-13T03:18:06.19+00:00

Thank you. Here are the two screenshots you asked for.
Estrella721 15,295 Reputation points Independent Advisor

2025-08-13T04:38:53.15+00:00
Thank you for the screenshots. Your current version (20H2) is 4 years older than the up-to-date Windows 10 version 22H2. The best option is to perform a repair in-place upgrade while keeping your files and apps. This will help fix or replace any corrupted files that may be causing the problem.

Note: Before doing so, unplug all unnecessary external peripherals connected to your PC, and temporarily disable any third-party antivirus program to avoid interference.

Click the 'Download now' button under 'Create Windows 10 Installation Media' and save it to your computer: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows10

Run the downloaded file and select 'Yes' when prompted by User Account Control (UAC).

Accept the Microsoft Software License Terms if you agree.

On the 'What do you want to do?' screen, select 'Upgrade this PC now' and click 'Next.'

(This stage will download, verify, and create the Windows 10 installation media.) It will take some time to complete.

Under 'Choose what to keep,' select 'Keep personal files and apps,' then click 'Next.'

Click 'Install,' and the installation will begin. (This process will take some time, so please be patient.)

Answer 2

Ramesh Srinivasan 164.8K Volunteer Moderator

Please do the following:

1] Try to install the following update first:

https://catalog.s.download.windowsupdate.com/c/msdownload/update/software/secu/2022/05/ssu-19041.1704-x64_70e350118b85fdae082ab7fde8165a947341ba1a.msu

2] Then, install the following:

https://catalog.s.download.windowsupdate.com/c/msdownload/update/software/secu/2023/05/windows10.0-kb5026361-x64_961f439d6b20735f067af766e1813936bf76cb94.msu

Let me know if that works.

3] Zip the following folder and share it on OneDrive and post the link here.

C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Panther

Ramesh Srinivasan 164.8K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator

2025-08-13T04:19:47.63+00:00

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