What does HRESULT 0x80240056 (WU_E_SYSTEM_UNSUPPORTED) mean?

 
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WU_E_SYSTEM_UNSUPPORTED

WU_E_SYSTEM_UNSUPPORTED means the required Windows Update capability is not supported by the installed version or edition of Windows. It is a compatibility result, not a fault that can be fixed by retrying the same request.

What to do

  • Verify the OS edition, build, servicing level, and whether the workflow targets this platform.
  • Check whether the update or API feature has documented platform requirements.
  • Use an update package and servicing method supported by the current operating system.

Microsoft: Windows Update Agent API

Microsoft: WUA success and error codes

Microsoft: Windows Update error reference


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