What does HRESULT 0x80242009 (WU_E_UH_BADHANDLERXML) mean?

 
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WU_E_UH_BADHANDLERXML

WU_E_UH_BADHANDLERXML points to invalid or malformed handler-specific XML in the update metadata. The update was detected, but the handler could not parse the information required to continue.

What to check

  • Determine whether the problem is isolated to one update or one content source.
  • Review the update identity and metadata source in WindowsUpdate.log.
  • If the update came from a managed catalog, recheck synchronization or publication rather than clearing caches blindly.

Microsoft: Windows Update log files

Microsoft: Windows Update error reference


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