System Restore feature fails to work as expected and starts throwing errors?

Here is how to complete system restore without any problems.

But sometimes you may experience System Restore encounters errors and fails to complete successfully.

Again pick a different restore point also very effective to get rid of such errors on Windows 11.

And retry the System Restore process.

If successful, re-enable your antivirus software to ensure system protection.

Pick a different restore point

Sometimes this issue may occur because the selected restore point is corrupted.

And Using different restore points can sometimes help in fixing system restore failure on Windows 11.

If the error persists, proceed to the next solution.

In such situations runningSFC scanchecks for corrupted files and replaces them with healthy versions from Windows Update if available.

It can also help fix underlying issues that might be causing the system restore failure.

Thesebuilt-in Windows utilitiescan help identify and repair corrupted system files that may be causing issues with System Restore.

Wait for the scan to complete, once done reset your setup and try the System Restore again.

If the above solutions fail to fix the problem, startWindows 11 safe modeand perform System restore again.

Sometimes Insufficient disk space on the system drive (C Drive) can prevent System Restore from completing successfully.

Open File Explorer using Windows key + E, Check the available disk space on your system drive.

How can I fix System Restore not working in Windows 11?

Can I fix System Restore errors without losing data?

What if none of the solutions work?

Is there an alternative to System Restore in Windows 11?

Try these 8 solutions 2025

Download KB5055523 for Windows 11 (24H2) April 2025 Security Update