Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll related errors on your device. You can also download Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista

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Fix Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll errors

1 Information about Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file
2 Errors related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file
3 How to fix Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

4.1 List of Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	659160
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file. Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll is corrupted
Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll
Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file error
Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file:
Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file could not be loaded
Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file doesn't exist

Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

Application could not be started because Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 10

File size 659160 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c662168513d67fd79d6637b02183d536
	SHA1	93da57a0262b1817c0d7205922e31f6de06cfacf
	SHA256	57324a721f94aeb5f43820d1fa44d36ad2ccccb3e46c7e169af779223494a3b9
	CRC32	37f965d7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 668296 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c51210309b6afce64b5c97adb0af8f9e
	SHA1	e115c913e6f954cacfe544befe1b75add238ff5f
	SHA256	9bd872a196912b77bb054fbf7ad14b395561688fa66862d29ee4cc6ae8d2296a
	CRC32	fff8cf53
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 8

File size 669672 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cc316e00eedf5e8a6ffbb9c9744c0f7f
	SHA1	67a6de84b5d946523b524ec991ee3a2010e814d6
	SHA256	fa5a09f51dc9324a81bfb90bfee54d72f5dde875fda15a7e23b1b2565e315846
	CRC32	76fc2359
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 7

File size 348160 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	24fdcd95121e59d39dcb1585ec8c5901
	SHA1	062ee86572d67da700ac381e30bb8c1c6b33a408
	SHA256	e1a84940c7c43a1fdbf3069e1124f72f08b4965bdfb0f206b693b990cc2423d6
	CRC32	380159ef
	Example file location	---

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 7

File size 733184 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dc6476726f4a15bf5bc8cf2c235b17c6
	SHA1	5dff0dabb09831a388ccacb5216fbd71351625e4
	SHA256	35625116a1cf7f9bd191461d1f309b50bb4f239ea8eb43df34bea7578d1665a5
	CRC32	a7343668
	Example file location	---

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows 7

File size 638976 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f4acc664311fcc48e717061ba82607c3
	SHA1	da69b2f351e25661e7f9202cf6e2c205642308af
	SHA256	43b3a687af3e090abfa0ec071247dd8e1fb6089132e0935f15d0b8f355c21751
	CRC32	4cfd5133
	Example file location	---

Filename Microsoft.Build.Engine.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 389120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7f575f51a478652183e22457003625a1
	SHA1	733222e49c248aeb3dd6098c979b9b72dfaa8f97
	SHA256	ade1769b538bad37d9a848433fd56e9484e7f9ea7a9265ca51a450fe30edf9e6
	CRC32	36ee9638
	Example file location	---