How to Fix Error Code 0x80070490 in Windows 10 [2024]

How to Fix Error Code 0x80070490 in Windows 10

Commands Used:
sfc /scannow
dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Your Windows 10 Mail App may sometimes throw the following error on the screen: “Something went wrong. We couldn’t find your settings. Error code: 0x80070490″. This error message usually pops up when you try to add a new Gmail account to your Mail App. Let’s jump right in and explore what solutions you can use to troubleshoot this problem.

The error 0x80070490 is a status code signaling a corrupted file or process in the System Component Store or in Component-Based Servicing (CBS). The two services have the responsibility of running and overseeing all Windows-related update operations. Any damage or corruption within their files might render the Windows Update component inoperable.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 operating system (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, and Samsung.