Meaning
The operation failed because a dependency service is not running.
Causes
- Windows Update or BITS service disabled
- Group policy or security software disabled services
- Manual service configuration changes
Fixes
- Enable and start the required service
- Check group policy restrictions
- Revert recent service configuration changes
Example
Error 0x80070422: The service cannot be started.
FAQ
- Which service is usually disabled?
Often Windows Update or BITS. - Can antivirus cause this?
Some security tools can disable update services.
Contact
If this is a managed device, contact your IT administrator.