The installation, update or removal of SourceTree is not successul on Windows

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Summary

Problem

You are experiencing problems while installing, uninstalling or updating programs on Windows.

Diagnosis

Environment

  • Windows operating system

Cause

The problem may occur, among others, because one of the following reasons:

  • Corrupted registry keys on 64-bit operating systems

  • Corrupted registry keys that control the update data

Solution

Resolution

Microsoft provides the Microsoft Fix It utility tools that can resolve the issues preventing the successful installation, removal or update of a program.

Updated on April 2, 2025

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