Fix Update KB5050009/KB5049622 Not Installing on Windows 11 (Version 24H2)

If you’re unable to install updates KB5050009 or KB5049622 on your Windows 11 computer, don’t worry! This guide will walk you through step-by-step solutions to fix the issue. Follow the instructions below to get your system updated smoothly.

Fix Update KB5050009/KB5049622 Not Installing on Windows 11 (Version 24H2)

Step 1: Start the App Readiness Service

1. Open Services:
   • Type Services into the Windows search box and click the result.
2. Locate App Readiness:
   • Scroll down to find App Readiness.
3. Configure the Service:
   • Double-click on App Readiness.
   • Set the Startup Type to Automatic.
   • Click Apply and then Start if highlighted.
   • Click OK and try updating Windows again.

Step 2: Move the WinREAgent Folder

1. Access Hidden Files:
   • Open File Explorer and go to This PC > C: Drive.
   • Click View > Show > Hidden Items to reveal hidden files.
2. Backup the Folder:
   • Locate the WinREAgent folder.
   • If it exists, copy it to your desktop as a backup.
3. Delete the Folder:
   • Delete the WinREAgent folder from the C: Drive.
4. Update and Restart:
   • Update Windows 11.
   • Restart your computer.
   • After the update, move the WinREAgent folder back to its original location if needed.

Step 3: Run the Update Troubleshooter

1. Open Troubleshoot Settings:
   • Go to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other Troubleshooters.
2. Run the Troubleshooter:
   • Find Windows Update and click Run.
3. Restart and Update:
   • After the troubleshooter completes, restart your PC and check for updates again.

Step 4: Restart Windows Update and Background Intelligent Transfer Services

1. Open Services:
   • Type Services in the Windows search box and open the tool.
2. Restart Windows Update:
   • Find Windows Update in the list.
   • Set it to Automatic, click Apply, then Start or Restart.
3. Restart Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS):
   • Find Background Intelligent Transfer Service.
   • Set it to Automatic, click Apply, then Start or Restart.

Step 5: Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant

1. Download the Tool:
   • Visit the Microsoft Windows 11 Installation Assistant.
   • Click Download Now.
2. Run the Tool:
   • Open the downloaded file, allow permissions, and follow the on-screen instructions to install updates.

Step 6: Install the Update Manually via Microsoft Update Catalog

1. Visit the Update Catalog:
   • Go to the Microsoft Update Catalog.
2. Search for the Update:
   • Enter KB5050009 or KB5049622 in the search bar.
3. Download and Install:
   • Select the correct version for your system (e.g., x64-based systems).
   • Download the file, run the installer, and restart your PC after installation.

Step 7: Reset Windows Update Components

1. Create a Batch File:

• Copy the following commands (provided below) into Notepad:
  • net stop bits
  • net stop wuauserv
  • net stop msiserver
  • net stop cryptsvc
  • net stop appidsvc
  • Ren %Systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
  • Ren %Systemroot%\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
  • regsvr32.exe /s atl.dll
  • regsvr32.exe /s urlmon.dll
  • regsvr32.exe /s mshtml.dll
  • netsh winsock reset
  • netsh winsock reset proxy
  • rundll32.exe pnpclean.dll,RunDLL_PnpClean /DRIVERS /MAXCLEAN
  • dism /Online /Cleanup-image /ScanHealth
  • dism /Online /Cleanup-image /CheckHealth
  • dism /Online /Cleanup-image /RestoreHealth
  • dism /Online /Cleanup-image /StartComponentCleanup
  • Sfc /ScanNow
  • net start bits
  • net start wuauserv
  • net start msiserver
  • net start cryptsvc
  • net start appidsvc

All tasks completed. Restart your system.

• Save the file as Wufix.bat on your desktop.

1. Run as Administrator:
   • Right-click the batch file and select Run as Administrator.
   • Allow the process to complete, restart your computer, and try updating Windows.

Step 8: Use the Media Creation Tool

1. Download the Media Creation Tool:
   • Visit the Microsoft Media Creation Tool.
   • Click Download Now under the Media Creation Tool section.
2. Install the Update:
   • Run the tool, select Upgrade this PC now, and follow the prompts.
3. Keep Your Files:
   • Ensure the option to Keep personal files and apps is selected during installation.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve issues with updates KB5050009 and KB5049622 on Windows 11. Let us know in the comments which method worked for you.