How to Fix OneDrive’s "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" Error

If you're a OneDrive user, you may have encountered the "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" error message. This error can be frustrating, especially if you're trying to access important files or folders. In this blog post, we'll discuss what this error means and how to fix it. We'll also explain why it's important to fix this error as soon as possible.

Understanding the "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" Error

A. Definition of the error

The "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" error message is typically caused by a problem with the OneDrive application. This error message usually appears when you're trying to access files or folders that are stored on OneDrive.

B. Causes of the error

There are several reasons why you might encounter this error message. One possible cause is corrupted OneDrive files or settings. Another possible cause is a conflict with another application or program on your computer. Additionally, the error may be caused by a problem with your network connection.

C. Symptoms of the error

The main symptom of the "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" error message is an inability to access files or folders stored on OneDrive. You may also experience slow or unresponsive performance when using OneDrive.

Steps to Fix "The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" Error

A. Step 1: Reset OneDrive

The first step in fixing this error is to reset OneDrive. To do this, you'll need to open the OneDrive settings and select the "Reset OneDrive" option. This will clear any corrupted files or settings that may be causing the error.

B. Step 2: Reinstall OneDrive

If resetting OneDrive doesn't fix the error, you may need to reinstall the application. To do this, you'll need to uninstall OneDrive and then download and install the latest version from the Microsoft website.

C. Step 3: Use Command Prompt to fix the error

If reinstalling OneDrive doesn't work, you can try using Command Prompt to fix the error. To do this, you'll need to open Command Prompt and run a series of commands that will reset the OneDrive settings and clear any corrupted files.

D. Step 4: Disable the OneDrive startup program

Another possible cause of this error is a conflict with the OneDrive startup program. To fix this, you can disable the startup program in the Task Manager. This will prevent OneDrive from starting automatically when you boot up your computer.

E. Step 5: Check your files and folders for errors

If none of the above steps work, you may need to check your files and folders for errors. To do this, you can use the built-in Check Disk utility in Windows. This utility will scan your files and folders for errors and fix any issues it finds.

"The Tag Present in the Reparse Point Buffer Is Invalid" error message can be a frustrating problem for OneDrive users. However, with the steps outlined in this blog post, you should be able to fix the error and get back to using OneDrive as normal. Remember, it's important to fix this error as soon as possible to prevent any further issues with your files and folders.