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0x00000073 — Config List Failed | Blue Screen Fix Guide

CONFIG_LIST_FAILED

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What Does 0x00000073 Mean?

The configuration manager failed to process the registry linked list, indicating registry corruption.

Real-World Causes

  1. 1Corrupted registry hives
  2. 2Disk I/O error
  3. 3Power failure during registry write

Symptoms

  • ⚠Blue screen with stop code CONFIG_LIST_FAILED
  • ⚠System reboots unexpectedly
  • ⚠Possible data loss from unsaved work

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Use Windows Recovery Environment
  3. 3Run Startup Repair
  4. 4Rebuild BCD with bootrec commands

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Rebuild BCD store manually
  2. 2Use bcdedit to verify boot configuration
  3. 3Repair Master Boot Record with bootrec /fixmbr
  4. 4Reinstall Windows if boot files are corrupted

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes CONFIG_LIST_FAILED?
The configuration manager failed to process the registry linked list, indicating registry corruption.
Can I fix Config List Failed myself?
In many cases yes. Start with basic troubleshooting like restarting, updating drivers, and running System File Checker. If the issue persists, advanced analysis of crash dumps may be needed.

Related Error Codes

0x00000074Bad System Config Info0x00000067Config Initialization Failed

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Windows Troubleshooting Team

Verified against official Microsoft documentation and real-world diagnostic data. Error behavior confirmed across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.