Troubleshoot MSDTC.LOG Errors and Download File

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

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

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

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 MSDTC.LOG

4.1 List of MSDTC.LOG file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSDTC.LOG
File extension	LOG
Type	Text
Description	Log

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	4194304
Oldest file	2006-09-18
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common MSDTC.LOG file related problems

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

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

MSDTC.LOG

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

Problems related to MSDTC.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 MSDTC.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 MSDTC.LOG errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your MSDTC.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 MSDTC.LOG

System Windows 10

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	f7931e0190064a5f19be3af4a6a2dcbf
	SHA1	ecb6da473d3fcf707ca390db12083120aafb20ed
	SHA256	c9a08c6ebcb43d3efedbc878d3ab7ef1eca89def0579c56ee36b35ab78fa3c92
	CRC32	aa63d09d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows 8.1

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	4a00f2072938a17906c635835a7f9d9a
	SHA1	455fc146e82674be0cc2fa7bc313294b65d43ef2
	SHA256	4875c91e50e19317d406ef2160ed3c3a37542ad960a45a3c3b3f9a7bba5a2b3f
	CRC32	4346e200
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows 8

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	97741bd7cc07ed46c655a2da152b3f3f
	SHA1	c9da15473da27f654baf721652415e8c5813f188
	SHA256	8e4c9ffea9b0e43191373a0d3d650b46020677d2a926687836c0f263ab40df17
	CRC32	9b5cead3
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows 7

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	e0966536a6ac23160fb9a785f39dc329
	SHA1	ddd9d7d033f4fbc7dd3fd84c99a28ae5a4bbecae
	SHA256	fe55c7db8412754ba01029a7124717244abc63159ddfcee6bd7502e8dd889186
	CRC32	8e178748
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows Vista

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	6868449130fd22dce27187fced0aa074
	SHA1	ce3fa674634f889b47921cb7feb1950dafe6bc91
	SHA256	2f6d455c9a51f71d1253601a7af8966f94a4d2baa989a1f6cfe00a300611ef76
	CRC32	c9e6e4d5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows Vista

File size 4194304 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9c59cea5f10e87a615fba49736e4110e
	SHA1	3f4d47b64b268660c7af5ae09f3a0bdb89e90e45
	SHA256	43886d9c8fb22be268d0326e8137ea8eae34207917164216cb201a0e314612fa
	CRC32	ed1715ee
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\Msdtc\

Filename MSDTC.LOG

System Windows XP

File size 4194304 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	5eced8d2c540b6c24ee949beb0290586
	SHA1	f92611551da54a2e5c4405eb58e9a7073a324774
	SHA256	9c29585226e39150c9e1f983d6c25996856654c3c783afe61a4a46c40c924091
	CRC32	4809c22a
	Example file location	---