The most common reason you get the error is that your Visual C++ package installation is corrupt. Other causes include faulty apps, problematic app files, corrupted system files, and more. We’ll look into each of these issues so your problem is resolved.
Repair Your Installed App
You get the above error because your app’s files have corrupted. This happens for various reasons, including sudden system shutdowns and viruses. You can get around that by repairing your installed app. Doing so fixes the issues with your app and lets you access the app without any problems. Note that you don’t lose any data when you fix your app with this method.
Reinstall Your App
If you couldn’t resolve the error with the repair option, uninstall and reinstall your app to fix the problem. Doing so deletes all your app’s files from your computer and brings fresh working new app files. Remember that you’ll lose your custom settings when you reinstall your app.
Reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ Packages
If the “Side-by-side configuration is incorrect” error persists, your installed Visual C++ packages might be problematic. In this case, you can resolve the issue by redownloading and reinstalling these packages on your PC. First, you need to find the required version of Visual C++ for your app. Then, you can download the appropriate package and install it on your computer.
Run a Full Virus Scan on Your PC
Viruses and malware can cause your apps not to launch. In these situations, use Windows’ built-in antivirus tool to scan for and remove most types of viruses and malware from your PC. Since you’ll run a full virus check, it can take a while for the process to finish.
Fix Corrupt Files on Windows
Windows’ corrupt files can break your installed apps, causing errors like “Side-by-side configuration is incorrect.” In this case, you can use the built-in System File Checker tool to find and replace broken and missing system files on your computer.
Update Your Windows 10/11 Operating System
Windows system updates deliver you the latest bug fixes and general improvements. You may be able to resolve your app error by updating your system to the latest version.
Reset Your Windows PC to Fix the Side-by-Side Configuration Error
If you continue to get the “Side-by-side configuration is incorrect” error message, it’s worth resetting your PC to the factory settings to resolve the problem. Resetting your PC deletes all your custom configurations and brings your PC back to factory condition.
Launch Your Windows Apps Without Any Error Messages
When you launch an app, you expect the app to open and provide you with the functions you’re looking for. Sometimes, that doesn’t happen, and you see an error at the launch of the app. Fortunately, you have several ways to get around Windows’ app launch problems, as outlined above. One of these methods should help to open your app as usual.
