ERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES 84 (0x54): How to Fix it

You need to free up system resources

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Published onSeptember 17, 2024

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TheERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES, also referred to asSystem Error 84, with error code0x80070054, is usually encountered when running resource-intensive tasks. It’s seen with both built-in programs and third-party apps, including games, and the error message reads,84 (0x54) Storage to process this request is not available.!

Causes forError Out Of Structuresinclude running low on resources, corrupt system files, malware infection, software conflicts, and memory leaks.

Before you begin troubleshooting, reboot the PC, install all pending Windows updates, and check theEvent Viewerlogsto identify the faulting components(s). If you find any, take the necessary measures.

How do I fix ERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES error code 84?

1. Disable startup apps

2. Repair the corrupted system files

When your PC hascorrupted system files, certain functions are bound to fail. In this case, running the SFC(System File Checker)andDISM(Deployment Image Servicing and Management)scans will replace all such files with their cached copy.

3. Increase the virtual memory

If the PC is running low on resources, you can alwaysincrease the virtual memory, allowing Windows to free up the physical RAM and, subsequently, get rid ofERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES.

4. Scan the PC for malware

IfWindows Securitycan’t detect any malware, I recommend using atop-rated antivirus solutionto run advanced malware scans, eliminating even the most challenging threats.

5. Reinstall the affected program

6. Check for memory leaks

If the PC is always running low on RAM and seems laggy, it could be a memory leak to blame. This also results inERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES!

So, to resolve the system error, you will have to firstfix the memory leak in Windows. It’s usually caused by drivers, third-party programs, and malware.

7. Perform a system restore

When nothing works, you can always perform a system restore to revert any recent misconfigurations in Windows. And if this, too, fails, the last option is toreinstall Windows. It will, in all likelihood, fix theERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURESWindows system error!

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ERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES 84 (0x54): How to Fix it#

How do I fix ERROR_OUT_OF_STRUCTURES error code 84?#

1. Disable startup apps#

2. Repair the corrupted system files#

3. Increase the virtual memory#

4. Scan the PC for malware#

5. Reinstall the affected program#

6. Check for memory leaks#

7. Perform a system restore#