After installing the latest updates, your Windows 10 computer might get stuck in a boot loop. If this happens, a message appears on your screen stating that Windows is trying to undo any changes that were made to your computer. This indicates that your computer failed to update the updates. It is trying to reverse the error.

Why is Windows 10 unable to make changes?

This error message is caused by an update problem. There could be many reasons your computer is unable to undo the changes. Windows Update may have stopped working during the download of the update.

Windows may not have been able to install the updates because of corrupted system files. If your computer suddenly shuts down during an update, this issue could also be a problem.

How long does “Undoing Computer Changes” take?

Windows 10 users claim that it shouldn’t take more than an hour to undo any changes to your computer. The message will often disappear on its own within 30 minutes. Unfortunately, your device will not be able to function during this period.

How do I fix the Windows 10 “Undoing Changes” error?

Turn off Wi-Fi and shut down your PC

To turn off your computer, press the power button. Turn off your Wi-Fi connection. If that is more convenient, you can unplug the router. Wait for 2 minutes. Turn your computer off and then check to see if the “undoing” has not changed.

To repair corrupted files on your system, you can run SFC or DISM if you are able to reboot your computer normally. Rename the SoftwareDistribution directory.

1. Hold down the Windows and X keys simultaneously and choose Command Prompt for Administrator.

2. Next, run each of the following commands:

    • sfc/scannow
    • DISM.exe/Online /Cleanup-image /Checkhealth
    • DISM.exe/Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

3. You need to wait until the process is complete.

4. Then, execute the following commands:

    • net stop wuauserv
    • Net stop bits
    • rename C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\ to SoftwareDistribution.bak
    • net start wuauserv
    • net Start Bits

Then, connect your computer to an Internet connection and attempt to install the update again.

How to Boot into Safe Mode in Window 10

This should not happen in Safe mode if your default settings or drivers are causing the problem. This applies even if you have other programs that interfere with Windows Update Service.

  1. To turn off your device by pressing the Power button.
  2. Start your computer again, then go to Settings and select Update & Security. Next, go to Recover.
  3. Next, navigate to Advanced Startup and click on Start now.
  4. After your computer restarts, choose Troubleshoot. Next, go to Advanced Options.
  5. Select Startup Settings and then Restart.
  6. To enter Safe Mode With Networking by pressing the F5 key.
  7. Go to Control panel, click on Uninstall program, and then click on View all installed updates. You can uninstall all the current updates.
  8. Go to Security and then check again for updates. Verify that the problem is resolved.

How to Run System Repair

To perform a hard shutdown, restart your computer and press the Power button immediately. Keep the spinning dots on your screen at the forefront of your mind when you press the Power button. These steps should be repeated twice.

After the third restart, your computer should automatically reboot into the Recovery Environment. If you can’t boot into Safe Mode with the above method, select Safe Mode. Next, uninstall and reinstall any problematic updates.

Reboot into the Recovery Environment if the problem persists. Click Startup Repair to continue.

If your computer has been rebooted numerous times and still claims it is undoing any recent changes, it should be allowed to do its job. Many users reported that their computers restarted after about 30 minutes. The whole process can sometimes take over an hour so patience is important.

At Last

To shut down Windows 10, press and hold the Power key. Next, disable your Internet connection and restart your computer. Run SFC or DISM to see if your computer boots normally.