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How to fix error error-rm-metadata-corrupt in Windows 11
ERROR_RM_METADATA_CORRUPT = 6802
Fix based on community reports and expert analysis. Last verified: 2026-08-12
· How we verify fixes
| Error Code | error-rm-metadata-corrupt |
|---|---|
| Affected System | Windows 11 (Microsoft) |
| Difficulty | Critical |
| Estimated Time | 45 min |
| Requires Admin Rights | ⚠️ Yes |
| Requires Reboot | 🔄 Yes |
Solution Steps
- 1 Open Command Prompt as administrator: Press Windows key + R, type 'cmd', then press Ctrl+Shift+Enter. Click Yes. This gives you the elevated privileges needed to fix system files.
- 2 Run 'sfc /scannow' and wait for it to complete. This will check and repair corrupted system files. If it finds issues, it will fix them automatically.
- 3 If SFC doesn't fix it, run 'DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth'. This command repairs the Windows image, which is the core of the operating system. It's like rebuilding the foundation of a house.
- 4 Check your disk for errors: Open File Explorer, right-click on C:, select Properties, go to Tools, and click Check under Error checking. Follow the prompts. This will scan for and fix disk errors that might be causing the corruption.
- 5 If the problem persists, consider using System Restore: Press Windows key + R, type 'rstrui', and follow the wizard to restore to a point before the error. This can undo recent changes that might have caused the issue.
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