What should you do when you run into the OneDriveSetup.exe entry point not found error repeatedly? And why does this situation happen? This article on MiniTool can give you a detailed explanation and steps to get rid of the error message. If you are struggling with the issue, please go on with the reading.
Onedrivesetup.exe Entry Point Not Found
It is so pity that you encountered the OneDriveSetup.exe entry point not found error and this troublesome issue is complained about by many users in the Microsoft forum.
This error message in full says:
OneDriveSetup.exe – Entry Point not Found
The procedure entry point GetUserDefaultGeoName could not be located in the dynamic link library
C:\Users\POS\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\Update\OneDirveSetup.exe.
It not only happens on the Windows 10 IOT users but also Windows Server 2016 users reported the same issue. Because of this error, users are not allowed to access their folders in OneDrive and the OneDrive functions lose effect.
Some users doubt that it is triggered by a Windows update. After the update for OneDrive, it will make a call to GetUserDefaultGeoName but that hasn’t been added until Windows 10 version 1709. It is one of the suspicions for the reason why OneDrive is plagued by the entry point not found error.
However, since this issue also happens on Windows server users, so, the suspicion may not be that convincing.
Fix: OneDriveSetup.exe Entry Point Not Found
We still can’t pinpoint which method can completely resolve this issue, but the following tips you may have a try. This error message is similar to the OneDrive.exe entry point not found error, so you may try to reset or reinstall OneDrive.
Reset OneDrive
1. Press Win + R to open Run and type the command to click OK.
%localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset
2. If you receive an error and can’t find the app, you can try these commands one by one until the command succeeds.
- C:\Program Files\Microsoft OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset
- C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset
Reinstall OneDrive
Recently, Microsoft has confirmed that users can uninstall OneDrive and give an official document to do that.
- Type Programs in Search and choose Add or remove programs.
- Under Apps & features, scroll down to choose Microsoft OneDrive and click Uninstall > Uninstall.
- If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
- Then download and install OneDrive from the official website.
Disable OneDrive Standalone Update Task
According to some users in the forum, this method may be helpful, but This method treats the symptoms rather than the root causes, but you can try it.
- Open Task Scheduler by searching it.
- Click Task Scheduler Library and locate OneDrive Standalone Update Task from the middlebox.
- Right-click on it to choose Disable.
If all the above methods can’t resolve your issue, you’d better contact the official support to describe your issue and ask for help. Besides, notice the recent updates. The official may issue bug fixes for this issue – OneDriveSetup.exe entry point not found.
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Bottom Line:
This onedrivesetup.exe entry point not found error message pops up to stop the normal functioning and hassle people a lot. Some users doubt it is related to the compatibility issues and you may try some possible troubleshooting methods as we mentioned.
Besides, choosing another backup and sync software can resolve your urgent needs. MiniTool ShadowMaker is a good one to choose from and satisfies your demands in all respects.