Users encounter this error message when using the Windows 10 Update Tool. Even if they launch the update process several times, they get the same error every time they make a new attempt. The upgrade stops at a certain percentage and then displays the “Something went wrong” error message.
Error “Something went wrong” blocks Anniversary Update install
According to Microsoft, this error is due to corrupted Windows update components. If there are indeed corrupted files, then the Update Assistant should be able to detect and repair them. Judging by user experience, the only solution to upgrade is to use the Media Creation File. I have tried the update process 5 times with the same result at 2% Updated. Many users are disappointed with Microsoft’s Windows 10 Update Assistant due to the plethora of errors they encounter when upgrading. Oftentimes, the Update Tool gets stuck or causes infinite reboot loops. All these failed installs are only forcing users to search for workarounds, turning the Anniversary Update experience into a nerve-wrecking process. RELATED STORIES YOU NEED TO CHECK OUT:
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