Windows 10: Errors in setupact.log

Hello microsoft,I have been seeing this error in setupact.log, somebody has mentioned this is the log for windows installation.it has been keeping a log ever since I upgraded my PC to windows 10. I have been seeing the same error message recurring. so I copied the latest log and saved it and it seems I cant attach it here, so im going to pas te it. can you please let me know if there is anything wrong?2022-04-24 00:41:53, Info Initialization status:1 2022-04-24 00:41:53, Info CSetupFilesCleanup:eactivate - session deactivated for Plugin:Upgrade

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C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\setupcln \setupact and setuperr errors

Dear Ten,

I moved the post to Drivers and Hardware

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C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\setupcln \setupact and setuperr errors

 

Error Log Reading

Hi ankurshaswat.

Sorry I can't tell from logs but all data appears to be very old. Like September. Here is a list of quick fixes that can help from an MS article.
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-gb/win...dy_UpgradeTips
Quick fixes The following steps can resolve many Windows upgrade problems.

• Remove nonessential external hardware, such as docks and USB devices.
• Check all hard drives for errors and attempt repairs. To automatically repair hard drives, open an elevated command prompt, switch to the drive you wish to repair, and type the following command. You will be required to reboot the computer if the hard drive being repaired is also the system drive.
  • chkdsk /F
• Attempt to restore and repair system files by typing the following commands at an elevated command prompt. It may take several minutes for the command operations to be completed. For more information, see Repair a Windows Image.
  • DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth
  • sfc /scannow
• Update Windows so that all available recommended updates are installed, and ensure the computer is rebooted if this is necessary to complete installation of an update.
• Uninstall non-Microsoft antivirus software.
  • Use Windows Defender for protection during the upgrade.
  • Verify compatibility information and re-install antivirus applications after the upgrade.
• Uninstall all nonessential software.
• Update firmware and drivers.
• Ensure that "Download and install updates (recommended)" is accepted at the start of the upgrade process.
• Verify at least 16 GB of free space is available to upgrade a 32-bit OS, or 20 GB for a 64-bit OS.

Once you done all of the above could I suggest you follow this tutorial to install the upgrade. While non destructive I would recommend backing up all data off device.

Repair Install Windows 10 with an In-place Upgrade

Then repost the logs please.

 

Error when trying to upgrade Windows

Hi Dennis,



Thank you for replying.



I understand that you do not want to reset the computer. I would suggest you to post the screenshot of the error message that you are receiving to help you with the further troubleshooting steps. Please refer

how to include a screenshot in your post
to upload the screenshot.



Note: Make sure you don’t capture any personal information while taking the screenshot.




Also, I would suggest you to share the setuperr and
Setupact logs to identify the root cause of the issue. Refer:

1. Press Windows Logo key + E, to open
   File Explorer.
   
2. Now, click on View and select the checkbox for
   Hidden items.
   
3. Navigate to C:\$Windows.~BT\Sources\panther, look for
   Setuperr and Setupact file, upload the files to OneDrive and share the
   OneDrive link.
   

Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community - Moderator