Windows 10: Error 0xc0000022

I have just downloaded and purchased the Sims 4 from Orgin. Every time I try and open the application either on my desktop or from Orgin its self a box pops up stating Err 0xc0000022

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Windows Application Error 0xc0000022

Hello Jon,

A corrupted system file is one of the possible reasons why you get this Windows application error when attempting to open a PDF file. Given that, we highly suggest performing the following methods to isolate and troubleshoot this issue.

Method 1: Run DISM

The DISM may help you to fix some Windows corruption errors. To do so, follow these steps:

• Right-click the Start Menu and select Command Prompt (Admin).
  
• Run this command: DISM.EXE /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
  
• If the operation is completed successfully, close the command prompt and check if your issue has been fixed.

Method 2: Run System File Checker

System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files. To do so, follow these steps:

• Right-click the Start Menu and select Command Prompt (Admin).
  
• Run this command: SFC /scannow
  
• This may take several minutes to finish. If Command Prompt shows
  Verification 100% complete, close the command prompt and check if your issue has been fixed.

You may also consider checking the suggestions posted by Mike_Keys in this
thread. Quite a few people found his suggestions helpful.

Feel free to update us with the results.

 

Application error 0xc0000022

Good day,

To isolate the possible causes of error code 0xc0000022, please verify the information below.

• When did the issue start?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• Did you notice any system setting changes prior to the issue?
• Have you installed the latest updates for Windows 10?
• What is the current version and build number of your Windows PC?

To check for updates, click the Start button and then go to
Settings > Update & security >
Windows Update, and then select
Check for updates. Click the Start button, go to
Settings, select
System and click About to find out the version and build number of your Windows PC.

We're looking forward to your response.

 

(0xc0000022)

Hi,

It seems the components of the game is corrupted or the drivers of your PC needs to be updated.
We will need additional information to isolate this issue. Please provide us additional information by answering the following questions below:

1. What is the application that is getting error 0xc0000022?

2. Have you attempted any troubleshooting steps yet?