How to Fix Fix Windows Error 0x80070032 (REQUEST_NOT_SUPPORTED) on Windows
Getting error 0x80070032 during Windows Update, app installation, or backup? Fix this "request not supported" error on Windows 10 and 11.
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Main Troubleshooting Guide
How to Fix Windows Update Errors →Complete symptoms, causes, and step-by-step solutions
Symptoms
You might be experiencing this problem if you notice:
- •Windows Update fails with error 0x80070032
- •Microsoft Store app install fails with this error
- •Windows Backup shows error 0x80070032
- •File History returns this error code
- •Error appears when enabling Windows features
- •Copying files to certain locations triggers this error
Common Causes
- ⚠Windows Update service in an invalid state
- ⚠Feature or operation not supported on this Windows edition
- ⚠Corrupted Windows Update components
- ⚠Backup destination doesn't support the requested operation
- ⚠File system or disk doesn't support the feature (e.g., FAT32 limitations)
Solutions
Solution 1: Reset Windows Update
- 1CMD as Administrator:
- 2net stop wuauserv && net stop bits
- 3ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
- 4net start wuauserv && net start bits
- 5Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates
Solution 2: Run Update Troubleshooter
- 1Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters
- 2Click Run next to "Windows Update"
- 3Follow the prompts and apply any fixes
- 4Restart PC and retry the operation
Solution 3: Repair System Files
- 1CMD as Administrator:
- 2DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
- 3sfc /scannow
- 4Restart PC
- 5If error is with backup: try a different destination drive (NTFS formatted)
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