The issue often stems from problems within the application itself, such as outdated or corrupt installations. Corrupted system files, memory allocation issues, and conflicts with third-party applications are other potential causes. Corrupted system files can disrupt operations and lead to unusual behavior. Inefficiencies in memory allocation can cause instability and crashes. Similarly, conflicts with or outdated drivers from third-party software can interfere with system processes.
1. Disable Automatic Startup Apps
Conflicts and errors can arise from third-party apps configured to run at startup, along with essential Windows Services. To identify the root cause, users should disable all automatic startup apps and then restart their system. Restart your PC after disabling the apps to see if the error is resolved. If the error no longer appears, you might re-enable the apps one by one and restart your PC after each to find the troublesome software. Then, apply the appropriate corrective action.
2. Run System File Checker (SFC)
The System File Checker (SFC) is a Windows utility that checks for and fixes corrupted or missing system files. Running an SFC scan can help resolve various system-related issues, including the “The Exception Breakpoint Has Been Reached” error.
3. Run Disk Checker
CHKDSK (Check Disk) is a Windows command line utility that scans disks for storage problems and fixes issues such as bad sectors, file system corruption, and directory errors.
Allow the command to check the system drive (C:/) for bad sectors. When the scan finishes, close the Command Prompt.
4. Check for Memory Leaks
The Memory Diagnostic Tool helps detect memory-related problems, such as ineffective management and utilization of memory resources. Before using this tool or running any diagnostics like CHKDSK, back up your data. Your PC will reboot and display the results once the test is done.
5. Update or Reinstall the Problematic App
For errors occurring with a specific app, updating or reinstalling could resolve the issue. Updates may include necessary bug fixes or improve compatibility with your system. If issues persist after updating, you may need to reinstall the app to eliminate any corrupt files or configurations contributing to the error. Before reinstalling the app, check for updates. If updating doesn’t solve the problem, you will have to reinstall the program.
6. Run Malware Scan
A malware scan can help determine if malicious software is causing the error. Malware scanning can help remove any unwanted software that might interfere with system processes or cause corruption, leading to an error. You may also use reputable antivirus software such as Avast or Malwarebytes for a comprehensive system scan.
