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WU_E_WMI_NOT_SUPPORTED
WU_E_WMI_NOT_SUPPORTED means the requested Windows Update action depends on WMI functionality that is unavailable on the current platform. This differs from a transient WMI connectivity failure: the feature itself is not supported in this environment.
What to check
- Confirm the Windows edition, installation type, and deployment scenario are supported for the requested operation.
- Review the caller or management tool that initiated the operation; it may assume a feature unavailable on this platform.
- Use the underlying WMI error and update log context before attempting generic WMI repairs.
Microsoft: Troubleshoot WMI connectivity and access issues
Microsoft: Windows Update Agent API reference
Microsoft: Windows Update error reference
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