How do I fix shadow copy provider had an error?

The shadow copy provider had an unexpected error while trying to process the specified operation (0x8004230F)

1. Run VSSADMIN tool.
2. Check Volume Shadow Copy Service status.
3. Check Microsoft Software Shadow Copy Provider Service status.
4. Perform the operation in Clean Boot State.

What is error 0x80042302?

This error is usually trigged by a misconfigured system or specific Windows files being damaged or corrupt, but in most cases, the 0x80042302 error appears when running the System Restore utility software: Restore system files and settings System Restore does not appear to be functioning correctly on this system.

How do I find my VSS provider?

To check the VSS provider/writer status.

1. Open a command window.
2. At the command prompt, type vssadmin list providers, and then press ENTER.
3. Confirm that Microsoft VSS provider is listed as:
4. Type vssadmin list writers at the command prompt, and then press ENTER.
5. Confirm that all the VSS writers are showing:

How do I run Vssadmin list writers?

Click Start > Run, type cmd, and then click OK. At the command prompt, type vssadmin list writers, and then press Enter. If the VSS writers are now listed, close the Command Prompt window.

How do I fix Vssadmin?

Repairing VSS Writers

1. On the target machine, open an elevated command prompt with administrator privileges.
2. Run the command vssadmin list writers , and make a note of any writers in a Failed state.
3. Open services.
4. Open task manager and hard kill the processes for the related failed VSS writers.
5. Return to services.

How do I fix Vssadmin list writers?

Troubleshooting

1. Click the Start button then type CMD.
2. Type vssadmin list writers to find each of the VSS writers in a failed state.
3. Restart the service to clear the failed state.
4. Make a list or take a screenshot of all failed VSS writers.

How do I view Vssadmin list writers?

What is Vssadmin list writers command?

When you run the vssadmin list writers command on a Windows Server 2003-based computer, you may experience any of the following symptoms. The vssadmin list writers command lists the subscribed volume shadow copy writers.

How to find vssadmin list providers in Microsoft Docs?

The vssadmin list providers command displays the provider name, the provider type, the provider ID, and the version of each installed shadow copy provider.

How to find Shadow Copy providers in vssadmin list?

The vssadmin list providers command displays the provider name, the provider type, the provider ID, and the version of each installed shadow copy provider. To list the currently registered shadow copy providers, type: Output similar to the following is displayed:

What should I do if my VSS is not working?

Enter “ vssadmin delete shadows /all” to clean up any dead / orphaned shadows. Some defect systems accumulate hundreds of VSS snapshots that persist in the system and cause Windows to become unresponsive. Enter “ vssadmin list writers” and check for errors.

Do you need to consult your system admin for VSS?

Disclaimer: The steps mentioned in this article should be performed only after consulting your System Admin. VSS is an OS component, hence it is advisable to consult Microsoft or your system admin before proceeding. This article lists solutions to different VSS (Volume Shadow Copy) related problems that occur during back up and restore.