Troubleshoot schema.dat.LOG Errors and Download File

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

schema.dat.LOG file Log. 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 schema.dat.LOG related errors on your device. You can also download schema.dat.LOG file compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows Vista

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Fix schema.dat.LOG errors

1 Information about schema.dat.LOG file
2 Errors related to schema.dat.LOG file
3 How to fix schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG

4.1 List of schema.dat.LOG file versions

File info

General information
Filename	schema.dat.LOG
File extension	LOG
Type	Text
Description	Log

Software
Program	Windows 7
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	7

Details
File size	1024
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2011-04-12

Most common schema.dat.LOG file related problems

There are various types of errors related to schema.dat.LOG file. schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

schema.dat.LOG is corrupted
schema.dat.LOG cannot be located
Runtime Error - schema.dat.LOG
schema.dat.LOG file error
schema.dat.LOG file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register schema.dat.LOG file:
schema.dat.LOG file could not be loaded
schema.dat.LOG file doesn't exist

schema.dat.LOG

Application could not be started because schema.dat.LOG file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG errors in just few steps?

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

schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG file

The last solution is to manually download and replace schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of schema.dat.LOG file example directory paths.

Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\SMI\Store\Machine\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\SMI\Store\Machine\

If the steps did not solve your schema.dat.LOG 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 schema.dat.LOG

System Windows 7

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2011-04-12

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File details
	MD5	01bd948b2a3b01c22dc807d416b62742
	SHA1	1c945c11af0ee57359f7771af581fc8fcff37ec8
	SHA256	df6d1e28092dd9503a0bfaf401f19e251e9efce894dd6fa724839cc3f5629a75
	CRC32	f2c4316c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\SMI\Store\Machine\

Filename schema.dat.LOG

System Windows Vista

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	f81f1b921603e4b0c8a3310f01a984ba
	SHA1	322114fdefbb99c67e2b8c9785c0c20f71f08712
	SHA256	b115950986d1797b278df9862d4ad95087986345223e67f31cdb56a25c8fd034
	CRC32	f373e268
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\SMI\Store\Machine\