How to Fix Error Code 0x000001F7 in Microsoft Store

Wondering how to fix error code 0x000001F7 in Microsoft Store?

Users have always had mixed feelings about the Microsoft Store. Some people think it couldn’t get any worse (for mysterious yet frustrating reasons), while others believe it is a standard part of the Windows operating system.

Recently, several users reported that their screens display the error code 0x000001F7 that states ‘Try that again Something happened on our end. Waiting a bit might help’ right after launching Microsoft Store on their computers. 

We had a look into this issue and discovered that it is typically caused if the Xbox is not properly configured or if the date/time is incorrect.

If you are facing a similar issue, you are in the right place because, in this guide, we will walk through the relevant troubleshooting steps in detail.

Let’s get started! 

1. Run Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter.

It is common for Windows users to encounter issues while attempting to use programs like the Microsoft Store. 

Luckily, Windows comes with several built-in troubleshooting utilities that are specifically designed to tackle issues like the one at hand. One such handy utility is the Troubleshooter that scans the operating system for issues and fixes the ones that are identified. 

Microsoft Windows includes a variety of troubleshooters, including one specifically designed for the Windows Store. 

Here is how you can run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter to fix the error code 0x000001F7 on your PC:

1. Press Windows + I keys simultaneously on your keyboard to launch the Settings window.
2. In the Settings window, click on Updates & Security and then select Troubleshoot from the left panel.

3. Now locate the Windows Store Apps option in the right pane and click on it.
4. Click on the Run the troubleshooter button and wait for the troubleshooter to complete the scan. If the troubleshooter identifies any issues, it will recommend fixes. In that case, proceed with the on-screen instructions to complete the process. 

If corruption errors or bugs within the application are causing the issue, running the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter will hopefully resolve it.

2. Adjust the Time/Date Settings.

Certain applications on your PC scan the operating system for certificates before taking action. When you enter incorrect time, date, and time zone information on your PC, the apps will disregard the certificates as invalid. 

If you have been receiving the 0x000001F7 error message on your computer, the incorrect time and date may be the cause. If this scenario is applicable, adjust the time and date settings on your device to see if it fixes the problem. 

Here is how you can do that:

1. Type Date & Time in the search bar and select Open.
2. Verify the Time Zone. 
3. Enable the Set time automatically option. 
4. Under Synchronize Your Clock, click on Sync Now.  

5. Finally, open the Microsoft Store and see if adjusting the time and date solved the error at hand.

Hopefully, doing so will resolve the error at hand in no time.

3. Clear the Windows Store Cache. 

It may have occurred to you that a web page takes less time to load on the second or third visit than the first visit. When you visit a webpage, your browser saves temporary files that facilitate faster data retrieval. Files such as these are known as cached files. 

In the same way as browsers, apps cache their own data. Occasionally, cached files can become corrupt and cause problems with the application. The good news is that these files are only temporary, and they can be deleted without harm. 

Several users managed to fix the issue at hand by clearing the Windows Store cache, which is why we recommend you try it too. If corrupt cached files are causing this error, clearing the Windows Store cache will resolve it.

5. Install Xbox Updates.

If you are an Xbox user, then you might be facing the issue because of pending Xbox updates on your PC. 

In case this scenario is applicable, follow the steps mentioned below to install the pending updates:

1. Log out of your Xbox.
2. Hold the Xbox button for 20 seconds and then power it on to check if the Microsoft Store is working fine.
3. If this does not work, then press the Xbox button on your controller.
4. Now press RB three times and select Settings.
5. Click on the System tab and select Updates & downloads.

6. Wait for the downloads to install and then check if the issue is resolved.

If pending Xbox updates were causing the issue, installing them will resolve it.

5. Try Using CleanMyPC.

As we described earlier, corruption errors or bugs can prevent Windows Store from running properly. It might be a good idea to deep clean your PC right now if you haven’t done so recently, since it may help you resolve the error code 0x000001F7 in Microsoft Store.

The best way to clean your PC is via a PC cleaner, as these tools can scan your system and programs, such as the Windows Registry, identify problems, and then fix them without user input. It is, however, important to make sure that the cleaner you are using is capable of performing such advanced functions. 

We recommend CleanMyPC if you are struggling to find an efficient cleaner. 

In contrast to most PC cleaners, CleanMyPC includes a wide range of system-maintenance tools designed to handle even the most complex PC problems, such as privacy issues and slow performance. 

If this is something your PC desperately needs, install CleanMyPC now and give your PC a much-needed performance boost. 

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6. Reinstall Microsoft Store. 

If none of the methods mentioned above works for you, then this implies that the error code under discussion cannot be resolved using conventional troubleshooting methods. 

In this case, we encourage you to uninstall the Microsoft Store and then reinstall it. If you reinstall the Windows Store, it will delete all of its current data, including the temporary files. In this way, the app will be restored to its initial state, and hopefully, you will be able to use it without any problems.

Here is how you can reinstall Microsoft Store on your PC:

1. Right-click on the Windows icon on your taskbar and select Windows Powershell (Admin) to launch elevated Windows Powershell on your PC.
2. In the Powershell window, type the command mentioned below and hit Enter.

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

3. Once the command is executed, restart your PC and check if the issue is resolved. If it persists, then proceed with the 4th step below.
4. Launch elevated Powershell again by following the steps mentioned above and this time, execute the following command. Doing so will uninstall Microsoft Store from your PC. 

Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage

5. Now restart your PC and reboot your PC again.
6. Launch elevated Powershell and execute the command mentioned below to reinstall Microsoft Store.  

This should resolve the issue once and for all.

This brings us to the end of our guide on fixing error code 0x000001F7 in Microsoft Store on Windows 10. We hope that one of the methods mentioned in this guide did the trick for you and the issue is resolved by now. If you have any questions about the troubleshooting steps, please let us know in the comment section below.

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