Quick Summary
The Microsoft-Windows-DistributedCOM error code on Windows typically occurs when there is an issue with the Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) service, which is a component of the Windows operating system that enables communication between different software components. This error can cause problems with various applications and system functions, and resolving it is essential to maintain the stability and performance of the system.
Common Causes
- DCOM Service Issues: The DCOM service is not running or is not configured correctly, which can prevent applications from communicating with each other properly.
- Permission Problems: Insufficient permissions or incorrect security settings can prevent the DCOM service from functioning correctly, leading to the error.
- Corrupted System Files: Corrupted or missing system files can cause the DCOM service to malfunction, resulting in the error code.
Step-by-Step Fixes
Method 1: Re-register DCOM Components and Check Service Status Show Steps ↓
Step 1: Open the Command Prompt as an administrator by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting Command Prompt (Admin).
Step 2: Type the following command and press Enter: regsvr32.exe /i dcomcfg.dll. This will re-register the DCOM configuration DLL.
Step 3: Check the status of the DCOM service by pressing the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog, typing services.msc, and pressing Enter.
Step 4: In the Services window, scroll down and find the DCOM Server Process Launcher service. Check if it is running and set to start automatically.
- If the service is not running, right-click on it and select Start.
- If the service is not set to start automatically, right-click on it, select Properties, and change the startup type to Automatic.
Step 5: Restart the system and check if the error persists.
Method 2: Apply Permission Fixes Show Steps ↓
Step 1: Open the Component Services console by pressing the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog, typing dcomcnfg, and pressing Enter.
Step 2: In the Component Services console, navigate to Component Services > Computers > My Computer > DCOM Config.
Step 3: Right-click on DCOM Config and select Properties.
Step 4: In the Properties window, click on the Security tab and ensure that the Launch and Activation Permissions and Access Permissions are set to allow the necessary users and groups to access the DCOM service.
- Click on Edit to modify the permissions and add or remove users and groups as needed.
- Make sure to apply the changes and exit the Properties window.
Step 5: Restart the system and check if the error persists.
Method 3: Run System File Checker Show Steps ↓
Step 1: Open the Command Prompt as an administrator by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting Command Prompt (Admin).
Step 2: Type the following command and press Enter: sfc /scannow. This will run the System File Checker tool to scan and replace any corrupted system files.
Step 3: Wait for the scan to complete and follow any prompts to restart the system.
Step 4: After restarting, check if the error persists.