DPC Watchdog Violation caused by ntoskrnl.exe and other various causes

Hi Vitamin,

This is a bugcheck analysis report for a DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION (error code 0x133) on a Windows 10 system. This error typically indicates that the DPC (Deferred Procedure Call) watchdog detected a prolonged run time at an elevated IRQL (Interrupt Request Level). IRQL is a measure of the priority of various system operations.

Here are some key details from the analysis:

1. Bugcheck Details: The bugcheck analysis indicates that the DPC watchdog detected an extended period of time at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above.
2. Arguments:
   • **Arg1**: 0000000000000001 - The system cumulatively spent an extended period of time at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above.
   • **Arg2**: 0000000000001e00 - The watchdog period (in ticks).
   • **Arg3**: fffff80444b1c340 - Additional information about the cumulative timeout.
   • **Arg4**: 0000000000000000
3. STACK_TEXT: This section shows the call stack leading to the bugcheck, with various functions and modules involved in the process.
4. MODULE_NAME: nt - The bugcheck is related to the Windows kernel (ntkrnlmp.exe).
5. IMAGE_VERSION: The version of the Windows kernel is 10.0.22621.2361.

The bugcheck is associated with the KeAccumulateTicks function in the Windows kernel (ntkrnlmp.exe). This function is related to timekeeping and managing various kernel timers.

A bugcheck like this is typically caused by hardware or driver issues, such as faulty hardware or incompatible drivers.

Let’s try performing an in-place install or in-place upgrade which will refresh your Windows files and operating system without removing files or applications. That being said, we always recommend that if you have important data, you should back it up before making large system changes. If you want to back up your data first, please do so. Once you are done backing up, you can follow the steps in the following guides:  How to perform an In-place Upgrade with Windows 10 Step-by-Step Guide - Microsoft Community 

If the issue persists and you're unable to identify the root cause, it may be helpful to consult with a professional technician or the support team of your hardware manufacturer for further assistance.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

Here is the link for all the dump files I have, all the way from 2022: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9ftc4ssqivtr3usj6eyco/dump-files.zip?rlkey=cza5lm7fr1lbesu7vw99kjbzf&dl=0

Other users have sent their device in for repair, and every time they've returned, nothing seems to have changed.

Hi Vitamin,

Thank you for providing additional information. Since you've already taken some initial steps, and the issue persists, here are some further suggestions:

As you mentioned, performing a clean boot is a good idea. This can help you identify if the issue is related to third-party software or services. By selectively disabling non-Microsoft services and startup items, you can isolate the problematic component. If the problem disappears in a clean boot state, you can then gradually re-enable services and startup items to pinpoint the specific one causing the issue.

You mentioned that the issue seems to occur when interacting with the touchscreen or trackpad. It's essential to rule out hardware problems. Have Lenovo's technical support or an authorized service center inspect these components and any related connections.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, You can upload your dump files to a file-sharing service like OneDrive and provide the link for analysis.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

All updates have been applied through Microsoft Update or Lenovo's website. Diagnostic tools say nothing is wrong. Fast Startup was one of the first settings I turned off. I have not done clean boot yet, I will get back to you on that. And as for event viewer, nothing out of the ordinary occurs before a bsod, just that a dump file was created after reboot.

Hi Vitamin,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

I'm Hahn and I'm here to help you with your concern.

I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with your Lenovo Yoga 7 laptop. DPC Watchdog Violation errors can be caused by a variety of factors, including outdated drivers, hardware issues, or software conflicts.

To troubleshoot this issue, I recommend that you try the following steps:

1. Update your drivers and BIOS: Make sure that all of your device drivers are up to date, including your graphics card, network adapter, and chipset drivers. You can download the latest drivers from Lenovo's website.
   • Check if there's a BIOS update available for your laptop. BIOS updates can sometimes resolve hardware-related issues.
   • If you've identified specific drivers like amdkmdag.sys, dxgmms2.sys, msgpioclx.sys, or WppRecorder.sys as culprits in the past, consider updating or disabling these drivers.
2. Check for hardware issues: Run a hardware diagnostic test to check for any issues with your laptop's hardware components. Lenovo provides a built-in diagnostic tool that you can access by pressing the F10 key during startup.
3. Disable fast startup: Fast startup can sometimes cause issues with Windows 11. To disable it, go to Settings > System > Power & sleep > Additional power settings > Choose what the power buttons do > Change settings that are currently unavailable > Uncheck "Turn on fast startup".
4. Perform a clean boot: A clean boot can help identify if there are any software conflicts causing the issue. To perform a clean boot, follow the steps in this article: How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support
5. Check Event Viewer: Look in the Windows Event Viewer for more details about the error. This might provide additional clues about what's causing the issue.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may need further assistance. You can upload your dump files to a file-sharing service like OneDrive and provide the link for analysis.

I hope this helps.  If there is anything not clear, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist