Windows Update error 'Code 80246002'

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Windows 7 Ultimate

I manually ran Windows Update and starting today it fails and provides an error "Code 80246002"

I have seen (in here) recommendations to check for prior failed updates to resolve this... I have no prior failed updates.

I've run both the Windows Update 'fixit' and 'WindowsUpdateDiagnostic.diagcab'

The fixit says it fixed several items, but failed to fix what it calls a windows update error, with this error code: 0x80070490

I can't find a solution so far... anybody have any suggestions?

Thanks

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Anonymous

2014-08-28T12:07:41+00:00

Tried running the Windows Update Troubleshooter, followed by a reboot?

http://support.microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/

Yes... no effect.
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Anonymous

2014-08-27T21:14:05+00:00

Running the troubleshooter fixed the problem for **Jericho818** two hours ago. Maybe something else is wrong with your computer? See...

    • HOW TO begin your own, new thread about your computer & problem to avoid confusion

       http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/page/faq#faqAskQuestion1

    • Suggestions for asking a question in help forums

       http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
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Anonymous

2014-08-27T20:27:59+00:00

I've tried both troubleshooters, as well as a reboot and I am still getting the error.
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2014-08-27T18:57:34+00:00

Tried running the Windows Update Troubleshooter, followed by a reboot?

http://support.microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/
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