Fix MSBuild.exe Errors

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

MSBuild.exe file Windows Executable. 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 MSBuild.exe related errors on your device. You can also download MSBuild.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, 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 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

User popularity

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

4 Download MSBuild.exe

4.1 List of MSBuild.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSBuild.exe
File extension	EXE
Type	Executable Application
Description	Windows Executable

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	261944
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common MSBuild.exe file related problems

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

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

MSBuild.exe

Application could not be started because MSBuild.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe errors in just few steps?

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

MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of MSBuild.exe 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: ---
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Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your MSBuild.exe 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 MSBuild.exe

System Windows 10

File size 261944 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8e1ff76dc2a1323fa8c06f5ef7561d32
	SHA1	b62ea443ea2a62f1ab5c36aef8015504a0d41861
	SHA256	24fcee910c77dff42e9e636281b14ca05f5f707152f30d11559b3a9b2a112588
	CRC32	0ab6419d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 267856 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1cd8dcf590a866df9e75f2e91138eda4
	SHA1	e9762eccb59062a763bd621eb6e1d4d4faee74d8
	SHA256	dfa1b11586addf6014cc6fe70be021ac7d68fae923e54924a82e66dfa0113112
	CRC32	5c39fefd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 8

File size 267176 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	bf516883a362948a6e81886ed24796b5
	SHA1	69fcff0a865a1adfb8a4b9a51ee64232779a1332
	SHA256	c041f723ce1bc58e81640ad58d20a650847e1b52b848dd0d6b748a7e5eb22472
	CRC32	c7c5f995
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 7

File size 65536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0dde852f369ba1ffe6a4a9850e27e304
	SHA1	b030ddfd80f8105620b37e460b7ae32b96bc12d9
	SHA256	bbdd3ac7ab4e911626c97221485ad8475d6372ca9cfc7fa5de7921be4a646503
	CRC32	38c8ca7e
	Example file location	---

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 7

File size 83792 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	15885a86e87cc4291ef628e4f8a9bd6d
	SHA1	7676f07c3f1da71f1941ceb318541784c9804299
	SHA256	e6d90ba481c48aa480a22b5cf258065f5634404b7de5664de535db79d57aa9b6
	CRC32	1990c68f
	Example file location	---

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 7

File size 69632 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1f13cd7f1ecb2a7bcc1ff5e287b7eb2e
	SHA1	8a0cdee8b4dc946a18f5063f2049ab992ee628df
	SHA256	6adc88fc0a0e108851909618442c03f57cdfc20f6db4ee88b84c0caf420f991f
	CRC32	6098baa4
	Example file location	---

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows 7

File size 87888 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2e5f1cf69f92392f8829fc9c9263ae9b
	SHA1	97b9ca766bbbdaa8c9ec960dc41b598f7fad82a5
	SHA256	51985a57e085d8b17042f0cdc1f905380b792854733eb3275fd8fce4e3bb886b
	CRC32	a3c0a98d
	Example file location	---

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 65536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	90749121a9f1e66e74f34995523b044d
	SHA1	5e1b807875ae701112b3b0e76e18ef8cd277f4a6
	SHA256	00d4a85644a4d5b78cf5b8be67f39cc27b70ef3fd4c7059dec9a5bb2590b335e
	CRC32	1fa4fef5
	Example file location	---

Filename MSBuild.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 69632 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	f7b757ae12a7537819ab98f730d68466
	SHA1	970f65f77b6a72a566e648d78d985df8a0ae7a78
	SHA256	851a4117ef25dc7e251918ef03af44b7d7694bbc52558c321b633203aab1d233
	CRC32	b90a0e03
	Example file location	---