autoupdate says some apps have encountered errors

Question

Margot Schiemann 0

When I invoke autoupdate it does not finish, it just says some apps have encountered errors..

Tom Fuller 0 Reputation points

2026-11-04T16:01:34.74+00:00

Every few minutes Microsoft Update displays the message "Update error...Some apps have encountered errors" I reinstalled Microsoft Updater, no change. Using MacBook Pro OS 27.2, Microsoft 365, Word 16.116 (26110136)

1 answer

Tom Fuller 0 Reputation points

2026-11-04T16:01:34.74+00:00

Every few minutes Microsoft Update displays the message "Update error...Some apps have encountered errors" I reinstalled Microsoft Updater, no change. Using MacBook Pro OS 27.2, Microsoft 365, Word 16.116 (26110136)

Answer 1

TaoLi 119.7K Independent Advisor

Hello, I’d start by reinstalling Microsoft AutoUpdate:

Save your work, then quit all Office apps and AutoUpdate.

Download and run Microsoft’s latest AutoUpdate installer: https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=830196

Open Word >> Help >> Check for Updates, then try updating again.

If it still fails, please share your macOS version and a screenshot showing which apps have errors. Hide any personal information.