1. First, open Command Prompt as Administrator as we did in Method 1.
2. Run the following command in it:
sfcscannow
DISM Command Change Security Definitions of System Files
The DISM command then repairs the Windows image on its own, which may fix some unknown issues that cause SFC not to work.
Method 6: Change the security descriptions of system files
Incorrect user permissions on system files can cause the SFC SCANNOW tool to not work. One way to resolve this issue is to update the security definition.
1. Open Command Prompt again as administrator on Windows 11.
2. Paste this command into CMD to reset security descriptors:
icacls C:\Windows\System32 grant Everyone:F T
Once the process is complete, return to the command prompt and enter SFC SCANNOW again.
cmd Change security descriptions of system files
Method 7: Delete the registry key for a pending system restore
In other cases, an upcoming system restore is interfering with the overall operation of SFC. This can be resolved by, for example, deleting the registry key that is associated with it.
🛈 Note: Manipulating the registry can be dangerous. Make china telegram data sure to back up your registry before proceeding.
1. Press Win+R keys to open the Run dialog box, then type the following command and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
2. Follow this path-
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Component Based Servicing\SessionsPending
3. Right-click on the Session Pending key and then Delete it.