This message appears when installing a program on windows 7, how can I solve this problem?

"An error occurred during which create the directory: c:\Users\Dell\AppData " this message appears when installing a program, how can I solve this problem?

Hello

1. what application are you trying to install?
2. are you having this problem only during the installation of this particular application?
3. did you of recent changes on the computer before this problem?

Method 1:

I suggest you run the fix it and check if it helps.

Diagnose and resolve program install and uninstall problems automatically.
http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/en-us

Method 2:
If the problem is not resolved I suggest to try the steps and check if that helps.

a. When you try to install the program, go to this folder:

C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu

b. right-click on the folder and then click Properties.

(c) in the Properties window, click Security tab.

d. click Edit and then click Add.

e. all type in the box, and then click OK.

f. then Select the full control check box.

g. click apply and then click OK.

Check out the link: what to know before applying permissions to a file or folder
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/what-to-know-before-applying-permissions-to-a-file-or-folder

Method 3:

If the problem persists, you can check if all background programs is the origin of the problem.

To check this, you need to put the computer in a clean boot state and try to install the program. To put the computer in a clean boot state, follow the link below.

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

Note: When you are finished troubleshooting, follow step 7 article to start on normal startup.

For more information, please see the link.

Install a program
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/install-a-program

Hope this information is helpful

Tags: Windows

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