Before applying fixes, check for these symptoms:
An incorrect system clock is one of the most common (and overlooked) causes of update error 0x87d00215. Microsoft’s servers use SSL certificates that are only valid for specific date ranges.
How to fix:
Pro tip: If synchronization fails, manually set the correct time, then toggle automatic back on.
Error 0x87d00215 – Failed to get targeted update is almost always fixable without reinstalling Windows. The core issue is a broken communication channel between the update client and its source. Start with the simplest fixes (time sync, disk space, troubleshooter), then escalate through component reset, WMI repair, and system file checks. In managed environments, verify WSUS/Intune targeting rules. Only in rare, deep corruption cases is an in-place upgrade required. Failed To Get Targeted Update Error 0x87d00215
Most users resolve the error by resetting Windows Update components (Solution 1) and repairing WMI (Solution 2).
Last updated: 2025 (applicable to Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 23H2/24H2) Before applying fixes, check for these symptoms: An
Corrupt system files can break update delivery.
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
sfc /scannow
Reboot after completion.
