Windows Update error 0x8007000D: Invalid data
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What the code means
Indicates data that isn't valid was downloaded or corruption occurred. (Windows Update common errors and mitigation)
The data is invalid. (Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures)
The data is invalid. (System Error Codes (0-499))
Code facts for 0x8007000D
| Code as Windows shows it | 0x8007000D |
|---|---|
| Type | Win32 error code |
| Symbolic name | ERROR_INVALID_DATA |
| Hexadecimal, 8 digits | 0x8007000D |
| Decimal (unsigned) | 2147942413 |
| Decimal (signed 32-bit) | -2147024883 |
| Severity | failure |
| Facility | 7 FACILITY_WIN32 |
| Windows error number inside this code | 13 ERROR_INVALID_DATA: The data is invalid. |
| Group | Windows Update errors |
Code facts: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Code facts: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Code facts: System Error Codes (0-499) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Where this error shows up
This code shows up while Windows Update or a Windows upgrade is downloading, installing or setting up.
Applies to
Windows 11 (the upgrade errors page lists this code only in its Windows 11 tab). Other step groups give their own scope: Windows 11 tab of the update troubleshooting page, IT pages.
Try these first
These steps carry no risk flag in the data. They keep the order of the full list below, which is not reordered. A step without a flag is not a promise that it is safe for your computer.
3 steps to try, in order
Steps are grouped by the Microsoft page they come from. The page lists only what those pages give; other causes of 0x8007000D are not covered. 1 step is flagged.
If this page and Microsoft's page differ, follow Microsoft's page.
Microsoft also gives general steps that cover this code: see the general steps in the Windows Update errors group. Each block there says which codes its Microsoft page gives the steps for.
From: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors
Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps.
Microsoft lists this code only in the Windows 11 tab of its upgrade and installation errors page.
Run the troubleshooter and update
Run the Windows Update troubleshooter, and make sure every available update is installed.
From: Windows Update common errors and mitigation
Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Microsoft's common Windows Update errors table (written for IT professionals; applies to Windows 10 and Windows 11).
Download the update again
Written for IT administrators.
Try to redownload the update, and then start the installation.
From: Error 0x8007000D at startup after you install a Windows update
Source: Error 0x8007000D at startup after you install a Windows update (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Microsoft's page for 0x8007000D at startup after installing a Windows update (written for IT professionals; applies to Windows Server, Windows client and Azure VMs). It says to back up the operating system disk first.
In-place upgrade
Written for IT administrators.
Reinstalls Windows (in-place upgrade)The page calls an in-place upgrade on the affected computer the most reliable fix.
If the issue persists, contact Microsoft Support and include the data from the CBS log that describes the issue.
Microsoft advises: In an in-place upgrade you choose what to keep: Keep personal files and apps keeps your files, apps and settings, Keep personal files only removes your apps, and Keep nothing removes everything. Back up your personal files before you reinstall. (Reinstall Windows with the installation media)
Stop and get help
If these steps do not fix the problem, or you are not sure about a step, stop and get help from Microsoft Support or from the maker of your PC. Stop at once if the data on this computer is at risk: back up your files first, or ask a professional before you go on.
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