Usually, this happens because some system files are missing or corrupted. Other possible reasons include a recent bad update, a program that didn’t install correctly, or problems with your computer’s hard drive. In this article, we will discuss different ways to solve this error.
1. Uninstall Recent Updates
Microsoft regularly releases updates that include bug fixes and new features. While it’s important to keep Windows up to date, sometimes an update might introduce bugs or conflicts that lead to errors like this. If you started seeing the error code 0xc0000006 after installing an update, removing that update is a good first step.
2. Run DISM and SFC Scans
As mentioned earlier, system corruption or minor bugs can also cause the 0xc0000006 error to appear. To fix this, it’s best to scan your operating system for errors and let Windows fix them automatically. Fortunately, Windows comes with built-in tools for this. The two most useful ones are System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM). These tools will scan your system files and automatically replace any corrupted or missing files. Many users found that running both utilities fixed the error. We recommend running both the SFC scan and the DISM scan using Command Prompt.
3. Re-register or Replace the .dll File
When the error message appears, it usually names a specific .dll file that Windows says can’t run properly. If the issue is caused by a faulty .dll file, re-registering it might solve the problem. Here’s what you need to do:
4. Run the Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter
If the error is related to installing or uninstalling a specific program, Windows offers a built-in troubleshooter that can help. The Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter can detect and repair problems that prevent software from installing or removing properly.
5. Reinstall the Program
Sometimes the application itself may be corrupted or might not have been installed properly. If that’s the case, uninstalling and then reinstalling the program should clear up the problem. If an issue inside the application was causing the bad image error 0xc0000006, reinstalling should solve it. Here’s how you can do this:
6. Use System Restore
System Restore allows you to undo certain changes to Windows by restoring your system files and settings to an earlier point in time. This includes rolling back drivers, registry keys, system files, and even installed programs.
7. Reset This PC
If none of the steps above fix the problem, you may need to reset your PC. Resetting your PC will restore Windows to its original, error-free state, which should resolve the error. You can choose to keep your personal files and data during the reset if you wish.
