Windows 10: How to fix error 0xc0000020?

Almost every app that I open, including built in apps such as task manager, and third party apps, such as epic games launcher, gives the error or ...... is either not designed to run on Windows or it contains an error.... 0xc0000020. I have run the sfc scan multiple times, and windows 11 is up to date. Just fully reset computer because of the issue, and it is still happening on a fresh os.

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What is 0xc0000020 error and how to fix it

Hi Frederico,

The error code 0xC0000020 is a critical error associated when your Windows operation system becomes corrupted. For us to get a better understanding of the issue and provide a resolution suitable to your concern, kindly provide the following information:

• When are you getting the error code? Is it upon startup or while running a program?
  
• What activity are you doing before your computer crashed?

Looking forward to your reply.

 

Error status 0xc0000020

Hi Tanya,

When you are receiving error code 0xc0000020 with the message "C:\Users\twall\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\18.025.0204.0009\FileSyncClient.dll is either not designed to run on Windows or it contains an error"
on your Windows 10 computer, it is possible that there are corrupted system files.

For us to better assist you with this concern, we need to ask a few questions:

• Were there any changes made prior to this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?
  

To help resolve the issue, you can run the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan and restore corrupted system files. Steps are in the article on this

link.

Looking forward to your reply.

Thank you.

 

error 0xc0000020 when playing a game

Hi Allan,

We need to gather more information for us to better assist you on your concern regarding the error on your game. Kindly answer these questions:

• When did the you start encountering the error code 0xc0000020?
• Were there any changes made on your computer before encountering the issue?
• What is the OS Build of your Windows 10? To determine the build of your Windows 10, follow these steps:
  • Click the Windows logo (Start button).
  • Click the gear icon (Settings).
  • Select System.
  • On the left pane, choose About.
• Do you encounter the error code 0xc0000020 when accessing other applications or games?
• Can you please describe to us what is happening on your computer after encountering the error?
• Just to clarify, what is the exact error message that you're getting when attempting to access your game? We recommend that you post a screenshot here for us to further investigate your concern.