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msbuild.exe.config Troubleshoot and Download

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

msbuild.exe.config file Configuration. 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.config related errors on your device. You can also download msbuild.exe.config file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Vista
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Fix msbuild.exe.config errors

File info

General information
Filename msbuild.exe.config
File extension CONFIG
Type Developer
Description Configuration
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 1734
Oldest file 2006-09-18
Latest file 2017-03-18
msbuild.exe.config

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

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

msbuild.exe.config

Error

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

OK

Problems related to msbuild.exe.config 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.config 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.

msbuild.exe.config 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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with msbuild.exe.config 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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to msbuild.exe.config file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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.config 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

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.config file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the msbuild.exe.config file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the msbuild.exe.config file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the msbuild.exe.config 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.config file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of msbuild.exe.config file example directory paths.

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

If the steps did not solve your msbuild.exe.config 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.config
System Windows 10
File size 1734 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 c4159216b06ca6978ed9dfc51bd6010b
SHA1 077df741d4f504e9449ed6f2ebf540e068192327
SHA256 d67848d81235095daf264bd202dd75e1eea45a48101ce5b87ed0cb6882e7364f
CRC32 ce29153a
Example file location C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Filename msbuild.exe.config
System Windows 7
File size 1581 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 1ea3e30080c0e256c2ef0c621e91c345
SHA1 d1ec8533256297b7dc7e52bbde1e6f7d7ef815af
SHA256 f67fac21ce7bf5cfb549f6db17517b341343a54f74e8573247bd2c07e9c24603
CRC32 27c82bf9
Example file location ---
Filename msbuild.exe.config
System Windows 7
File size 559 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 7a1c01a15fd50dd92eac77763148cca2
SHA1 3396d28823e9de13688cbbc81a56e858b24c7a41
SHA256 3b8cd06aec82110fcf7f5a32417c6e9e4d6b0890dc8a61218bc540ee86f283d7
CRC32 2a533da1
Example file location ---
Filename msbuild.exe.config
System Windows 8.1
File size 1734 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 c4159216b06ca6978ed9dfc51bd6010b
SHA1 077df741d4f504e9449ed6f2ebf540e068192327
SHA256 d67848d81235095daf264bd202dd75e1eea45a48101ce5b87ed0cb6882e7364f
CRC32 ce29153a
Example file location ---
Filename msbuild.exe.config
System Windows 8
File size 1734 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 c4159216b06ca6978ed9dfc51bd6010b
SHA1 077df741d4f504e9449ed6f2ebf540e068192327
SHA256 d67848d81235095daf264bd202dd75e1eea45a48101ce5b87ed0cb6882e7364f
CRC32 ce29153a
Example file location ---
Filename msbuild.exe.config
System Windows Vista
File size 559 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 7a1c01a15fd50dd92eac77763148cca2
SHA1 3396d28823e9de13688cbbc81a56e858b24c7a41
SHA256 3b8cd06aec82110fcf7f5a32417c6e9e4d6b0890dc8a61218bc540ee86f283d7
CRC32 2a533da1
Example file location ---