How to fix error code 0x80070652: SQL Server 2019 installation issues
There are several potential fixes for error code 0x80070652 when installing SQL Server 2019:
- Verify system requirements: Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for installing SQL Server 2019. This includes checking the hardware and software specifications, such as the operating system version, processor, memory, and disk space.
- Disable antivirus software: Antivirus programs can sometimes block the installation process. Temporarily disable your antivirus software and attempt to install SQL Server 2019 again.
- Run the installation as an administrator: Right-click on the SQL Server 2019 installation file and select 'Run as administrator' to grant the necessary permissions for the installation.
- Uninstall previous SQL Server versions: If you have older versions of SQL Server on your system, remove them before proceeding with the SQL Server 2019 installation.
- Check for Windows updates: Ensure your system has the latest Windows updates installed. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update to check for and install any updates.
- Use the SQL Server Installation Center: Rather than using the standalone installation file, use the SQL Server Installation Center, which will guide you through the process and help avoid common errors.
- Review installation logs: If the above solutions don’t work, check the installation logs for more details about the error. Logs can be found in the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft SQL Serverh\Setup Bootstrap\Log folder. Look for error messages or warnings that might indicate the cause of the failure.