The most common cause is folder corruption or cloud sync conflicts, especially with OneDrive or third-party security tools interfering with access. It can also occur if system reparse points are broken or if the NTFS file system metadata is damaged. Now that you know the causes, let’s move to the solutions.
1. Run the File & Folder Troubleshooter
If you’re facing this issue with a shared folder or a subfolder inside OneDrive (or another cloud service), it’s likely a permissions problem is preventing you from moving or deleting things. If this sounds like your situation, try running the File & Folder troubleshooter, and if you’re on Windows 10, the Shared Folders troubleshooter as well. These troubleshooting tools can automatically fix many common folder and file errors, including the 0x8007112a error. If they detect a problem they know how to solve, they’ll attempt to fix it for you.
2. Run DISM and SFC Scans
If the troubleshooters didn’t solve the problem, your folder issue might be due to corrupted system files. In this case, you can use built-in Windows tools to automatically replace damaged files. Two useful utilities for this are SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management).
3. Perform a System Restore
If the problem only started after installing or updating an app, or after Windows installed a new update, you might be dealing with a software conflict or a faulty driver. When you’re not sure what caused the issue, the easiest fix is to use System Restore. This feature lets you go back to a time when your PC was working properly. Note: By default, System Restore saves restore points before major system events, like updates or new app installations. This increases your chances of having a suitable point to go back to. If you want to try this solution, follow this step-by-step guide on using System Restore to restore your computer to a working state before the 0x8007112a error appeared.
4. Reset All Windows Components
If none of the above methods worked, your system may have deeper corruption that standard tools can’t fix. In this case, the last option is to reset all Windows components. There are two main ways to do this.
Perform a Clean Install – This is the simplest option as you don’t need an installation disc or USB. However, it will erase all your data, so make sure to back up important files first.Repair Install – Also known as an ‘in-place upgrade,’ this method reinstalls Windows while keeping your personal files, settings, and most apps. It’s a safer choice if you want to avoid data loss, but you’ll need a copy of Windows installation media.
