How to fix file system error 2147219196 without harming data?

Part 1. About file system errors (-2147219196)

The file system error (-2147219196) typically arises when the user attempts to access a photo using the Windows photo application. In certain instances, this error may also manifest when opening other Windows applications, such as the calculator. This error can hinder the user’s ability to use these applications as intended. The root cause of this issue may be a bug within a Windows 10 update.

Below we will introduce several practical solutions to this file system error. If you are worried about data security, you can refer to the second part of the data backup method to back up files before repairing.

Part 2. Use Renee Becca to back up data before repairing the fault

1. What is Renee Becca?

Renee Becca is a tool specially used for system/hard disk data backup and restoration. This software adopts leading incremental/differential backup technology, which can save you more time and disk space. It can not only help you easily backup and restore important data in your computer, such as programs, system configuration, emails, photos, videos, documents, bookmarks, etc. In addition, it also provides a variety of functions including system backup, partition backup, hard disk backup, file backup, disk cloning and system migration, with various functions and very convenient to use.

2. How to backup file data with Renee Becca?

Backing up file data with Renee Becca is very simple. The specific steps are as follows:

Step 1: Download, install, and run Renee Becca on the computer. Select the (File Backup) option in the main interface (Backup).

Step 2: Next, select all the files that need to be backed up in (source), and select the hard disk partition to store the backup in (destination).

If you want the data to be more secure, you can store the backup file on an external hard disk. If regular automatic backup is required, you can enable the task plan and select the appropriate backup plan. You can set a daily/weekly/monthly automatic backup plan in (task plan) and click (OK) to enable it.

Step 3: Finally, click the (Backup) button.

After the backup is complete, you can click the (Recovery) button to restore the file to the specified disk.

Step 4: After that, select the location where the files are to be restored, and click the (Recovery) button.

Now that you know how to back up your data, let’s learn a few ways to fix file system errors (-2147219196).

Part 3. How to fix the file system error (-2147219196)?

1. Manually update the Windows system

The file system error (-2147219196) could potentially be linked to a problem with Windows update. In order to address this issue, we can attempt to update Windows once more. Microsoft regularly releases new updates for Windows in order to enhance the system’s dependability and stability. As such, upgrading to the latest version of the system may help resolve the current issue. To update your Windows system, please follow the steps outlined below:

Restart your computer, find the (Settings) app, and open it. Next, click the (Update & Security) option. In the Windows Update interface, if there is an update available, you can click (Install Now) to manually download and update it. After the update is complete, restart the computer and check whether the current problem is resolved.

2. Uninstall recent Windows updates

If Microsoft has not released a new Windows update to resolve the file system error (-2147219196), you can try to uninstall the latest Windows update. Specific steps are as follows:

Step 1: Run the computer, click on the lower left corner (Start) > (Settings).

Step 2: Click the (Update & Security) option. Click the (View update history) option on the right. Next, in the new interface, click (Uninstall update).

Step 3: Click on the Windows update you want to uninstall, and then press the (Uninstall) button.

3. Reset Photos app

A file system error (-2147219196) may occur when the Photos application is not compatible with the operating system. At this time, you can try to reset the photo application to solve the current problem. The specific steps are as follows:

Step 1: Run the computer, click the (Start) button, and find (Settings). Click the (Apps) option in the Windows Settings window.

Step 2: Switch to (Apps & features) on the left. Search for (photo) in the search box on the right, and then click (Advanced Options).

Step 3: After that, choose how you want to reset the Microsoft Photos program, either by selecting (Repair) or (Reset) from the Reset option. Once the command is finished, restart your computer and check if the issue is fixed by using the Photos application.

4. Run the Windows Store Troubleshooter

Windows System has an in-built tool called Troubleshooting that is designed to help users resolve various issues. If users encounter malfunctions with applications purchased through the Windows Store, running the Windows Store Troubleshooting tool can be beneficial. Below are the step-by-step instructions on how to use this tool.

Step 1: Run the computer, press the (Windows+I) key on the keyboard at the same time to open the setting interface. Then click into the (Update & security) option.

Step 2: Find (Troubleshoot) in the function bar on the left, select the “Windows Store App” option on the right, and click the (Run the Troubleshooter) button. Wait a few moments and see if the problem is resolved.

5. Re-register the Microsoft App Store app

Many individuals have claimed that by using Windows PowerShell to re-register all Microsoft Store apps and then updating the Photos app in the Microsoft Store, they were able to effectively fix the file system error (-2147219196). Here are the specific steps to follow:

Step 1: Search for powershell and run it as administrator.

Step 2: In the opened PowerShell window, enter the following command and press (Enter) key.

Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}

Step 3: Open the Microsoft Store, find and update the Photos app.

6. Perform a clean boot

Clean boot, also known as pure boot or clean boot, is a startup method that initiates the system using the minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This allows for the original components and services of the Windows system to start without any third-party software or plug-ins. The benefit of this approach is that it simplifies the process of identifying whether a fault is caused by the system itself or third-party software. If the fault persists after a clean boot, it could indicate a problem with the system or a software malfunction.

Here’s how to perform a clean boot:

Step 1: Run the computer, press (Windows+R) keys at the same time to open the run window. Next type (msconfig) and press (OK) to open the system configuration interface.

Step 2: Next, under the (Services) tab, find and check the (Hide all Microsoft services) option, then click the (Disable all) button.

Step 3: After switching to the (Startup), click the (Open Task Manager) button. Then, select all applications that do not need to be started and individually disable them by clicking the (Disable) button. After that, restart your computer and check if the issue has been resolved.