How to Fix Work Folder Sync Error 0x8007017c

Users have complained more recently about the Windows folder sync error 0x8007017c. This error takes away from the user experience, but it can be fixed.

How do I fix error code 0x8007017c?

We recommend the following quick actions before going into any other solutions:

• Restart your device – A quick restart is advisable because it shuts down problematic processes and may help resolve the syncing issue.
• Create more space – This may mean getting new storage or deleting some files so that the syncing process can run smoothly.

1. Perform a Windows update

1. Press Windows + I to open the system Settings.
2. Click on Update & Security.
   

   

3. Select Windows update from the left pane and choose Check for updates.
   

   

In most instances, this solution will work because Windows released the following three updates to help you resolve the problem easily:

• Update version 1809
• Windows update version 1909
• Update version 2004 or 20H2

2. Update drivers

1. Press Windows + R, type devmgmt.msc, and hit Enter.
   

   

2. Expand Network adapters, right-click on your network driver, and click Update driver.
   

   

3. Select Search automatically for updates.
   

   

4. Restart your computer after the update.

The process above is a manual update procedure. You recommend you try an automatic update using third-party tools like Outbyte Driver Updater.

This way, you are sure you will always have the correct drivers, and they will never remain outdated.

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3. Disable on-demand File Access

1. Press Windows + R, type gpedit.msc, and hit Enter.
   

   

2. Navigate to the path below:
   User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Work Folders
3. Click Work Folders and double-click on Specify Work Folders settings.
   

   

4. Choose the Enable radio button, and select Disable from the On-demand file access preference dropdown.
   

   

5. Finally, restart the computer.

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4. Disable your antivirus

1. Click on the hidden access arrow in the Taskbar.
   

   

2. Click on your antivirus icon, hover over Avast shields Control and select Disable for 10 minutes (This step varies for different antivirus software).
   

   

What is the 0x8007017c OneDrive error?

• Driver issues – Corrupted or outdated network drivers will usually trigger the error. Because these drivers are essential for proper syncing to take place, they must be updated.
• Network issues – For syncing to work, you should have a stable network connection. When users use bad or weak networks, the error is often triggered.
• Insufficient disk space – Syncing also requires some available space. If you have run out of disk space, it will trigger this error.
• Antivirus conflicts – We always encourage using antivirus, but sometimes, they may treat legitimate files as threats, especially if your antivirus is not perfectly compatible with the OS. This will trigger the error.
• File corruption – Users with corrupted files or system resources would also experience this problem since the computer may no longer be able to read the files.

FAQs about Error 0x8007017c

Most antivirus software can be temporarily disabled. Since Windows comes with the Windows Defender, you should be safe even when you have your third-party antimalware tools disabled. However, you should turn them back on as soon as possible for optimal protection.

The file sync error code 0x8007017c should not trouble you after you have gone through these four fixes.

Lastly, we are curious to know which of them worked for you. Please tell us using the comments section below.