HRESULT 0x80310010 (FVE_E_BAD_INFORMATION): meaning and diagnosis

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FVE_E_BAD_INFORMATION the BitLocker metadata for the encrypted drive is not valid. You can attempt to repair the drive to restore access.

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FVE_E_BAD_INFORMATION

FVE_E_BAD_INFORMATION means that BitLocker detected invalid metadata on the encrypted drive. Metadata records describe the encrypted volume and its protectors; changing them manually can make recovery harder.

Safe response

Preserve the drive and avoid formatting, repartitioning, or removing protectors while recovery options are being assessed.
Identify and securely retain the recovery password, recovery key, or other approved recovery material before attempting repair work.
Use documented BitLocker recovery procedures and, when appropriate, the BitLocker Repair Tool to salvage data to a separate destination drive.

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