Resolving Windows Server 2022 Update Error 0x80246007

To rectify the error code 0x80246007 during Windows Server 2022 updates, follow these targeted actions:

1. Verify internet access: Confirm that your server maintains a stable internet connection without disruptions.
2. Reboot the Windows Update service: Navigate to the Services application, find the Windows Update service, right-click, and choose Restart.
3. Purge the Windows Update cache: Launch the Command Prompt with administrative rights and execute these commands:

 net stop wuauserv
 net stop cryptSvc
 net stop bits
 net stop msiserver
 ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
 ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
 net start wuauserv
 net start cryptSvc
 net start bits
 net start msiserver 

4. Utilise the Windows Update troubleshooter: Access the Settings app, navigate to Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters, select Windows Update, and proceed as instructed on the screen.
5. Install updates manually: Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog, search for the update using its KB number, download the suitable file for your server, and manually install it.