Why Does the Error Code 0xc0000022 Show Up?
When you get the message saying the application was unable to start correctly with the 0xc0000022 code, you may have witnessed some system notifications before it started. It is one of the common problems with computers running on Microsoft Windows operating system. PC users mention receiving the Error Code 0xc0000022 after getting virus alerts or other messages. Another process that may end up in receiving the error is system restore.
So, what are the main reasons for the issue? Typically, there are three of them:
- Access rights set up incorrectly
- Third-party applications working on the background
- Corrupted system files
Depending on the cause of the Error Code 0xc0000022, there are different methods of solving the problem. Check out the step-by-step guide below to see what will work in your case.
Fixing the Application Error 0xc0000022
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Method 1: Change Permission Settings
Sometimes, Windows cannot reach files to launch applications because it doesn’t have the permission to do so. Maybe you’re trying to run the program from the User account when it requires Administrator’s access. Change it by doing the following:
- Locate the application that results in the Error Code 0xc0000022 while launching. Right-click on it, then choose Properties.
- Move to the Security tab in the Properties window.
- Click the Edit button and change permissions. Choose Allow Full Control for Administrators, Power Users, and System.
- Click Apply to save the changes.
You can restart your computer or simply try to launch the problem application again to see if you still receive the Error Code 0xc0000022.
If you have recently installed updates for one or more of third-party applications on your PC, this may be the reason for the Error Code 0xc0000022. Do the following:
- Right-click on the Menu button or press Win+X and choose Settings.
- Move to the Update & Security section.
- Click on Windows Update on the left-hand menu.
- Click the Update history link and choose the Uninstall updates option.
- Check updates from the list that you want to be uninstalled and click the Uninstall button.
- Confirm the command by pressing Yes and restart your computer.
Method 3: Restore System in Safe Mode
Try restoring the system by entering the task in the Command Prompt. Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Start your computer and press the F8 key as soon as you do that.
- You will see the Advanced Boot Options screen. Pick Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
- Type “rstrui.exe” (without quotes) to launch System Restore.
In a good scenario, the restore will be successful and you will stop receiving the Error Code 0xc0000022. If not, proceed to the following step.
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