Unable to Use Microsoft Store – Error 0x80070422

Anonymous
2025-05-11T19:19:33+00:00

I'm experiencing a persistent and critical issue with Microsoft Store that makes it completely unusable. It began with an error message every time I tried to install or update an app from the Store. Immediately upon opening the Store or attempting any action, I receive the following error:

" Something went wrong

Please try again later.

0x80070422 "

Even before I interact with the app, the error message appears. I have already tried the following solutions with no success:

  • Running wsreset
  • Repairing and resetting Microsoft Store via Settings > Apps
  • Restarting and verifying key services (Windows Update, BITS, InstallService)
  • Switching to a different user account
  • Deleting and re-installing Microsoft Store using PowerShell

After signing out of my current account, I can no longer sign in at all – not into the previous account, nor any new one. The same error message keeps showing up.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Microsoft Store

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Ramesh 183.5K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2025-05-24T12:33:25+00:00

I'm experiencing a persistent and critical issue with Microsoft Store that makes it completely unusable. It began with an error message every time I tried to install or update an app from the Store. Immediately upon opening the Store or attempting any action, I receive the following error:

" Something went wrong

Please try again later.

0x80070422 "

Even before I interact with the app, the error message appears. I have already tried the following solutions with no success:

  • Running wsreset
  • Repairing and resetting Microsoft Store via Settings > Apps
  • Restarting and verifying key services (Windows Update, BITS, InstallService)
  • Switching to a different user account
  • Deleting and re-installing Microsoft Store using PowerShell

After signing out of my current account, I can no longer sign in at all – not into the previous account, nor any new one. The same error message keeps showing up.

I also have the same question:(

Is the "Microsoft Account Sign-in Assistant" service enabled and running?

Can't fix error code 0x080070422 - Microsoft Community:

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_11-windows_store/cant-fix-error-code-0x080070422/a8388835-7b6f-491a-aa2a-ffef8cfd5d94

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  1. Ramesh 183.5K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-05-24T14:03:08+00:00

    No, it wasn't, now it's finally working after months.. Thank you very much! :)

    Glad it's sorted :)

    Regards,

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-05-24T13:56:11+00:00

    No, it wasn't, now it's finally working after months.. Thank you very much! :)

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-05-24T12:30:34+00:00

    I'm experiencing a persistent and critical issue with Microsoft Store that makes it completely unusable. It began with an error message every time I tried to install or update an app from the Store. Immediately upon opening the Store or attempting any action, I receive the following error:

    " Something went wrong

    Please try again later.

    0x80070422 "

    Even before I interact with the app, the error message appears. I have already tried the following solutions with no success:

    • Running wsreset
    • Repairing and resetting Microsoft Store via Settings > Apps
    • Restarting and verifying key services (Windows Update, BITS, InstallService)
    • Switching to a different user account
    • Deleting and re-installing Microsoft Store using PowerShell

    After signing out of my current account, I can no longer sign in at all – not into the previous account, nor any new one. The same error message keeps showing up.

    I also have the same question:(

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