SCCM Task Sequence Failed With Error Code 0x80070002

 SCCM Task Sequence Failed With Error Code 0x80070002

Error 0x80070002 in SCCM typically indicates a failure to locate a specified file or resource during an operation. This error can occur for various reasons and in different scenarios within SCCM. Here are some common causes and troubleshooting steps for addressing this error:

1. **Content Distribution Issues**:

   - Check the status of content distribution to distribution points in SCCM.

   - Ensure that the content package associated with the deployment is successfully distributed to distribution points.

   - Monitor the distribution point status in the SCCM console to ensure there are no errors or warnings related to content distribution.

2. **File or Folder Permissions**:

   - Verify that appropriate permissions are set for SCCM service accounts to access the required files and folders.

   - Ensure that the SCCM service account has sufficient permissions on distribution points and shared folders where content is stored.

3. **Content Source Path**:

   - Double-check the content source path specified in the SCCM deployment. Ensure that it points to the correct location where the installation files are stored.

   - Verify that the content source path is accessible from the SCCM server and distribution points.

4. **Client Communication Issues**:

   - Check the communication between SCCM clients and the SCCM server.

   - Ensure that clients can reach the SCCM server and distribution points over the network without any connectivity issues.

   - Verify that client settings and boundaries are configured correctly in SCCM.

5. **Client Cache Issues**:

   - Clear the SCCM client cache on affected client devices.

   - Restart the SCCM client services or trigger a client policy refresh to force the client to re-download content.

6. **Deployment Settings**:

   - Review the deployment settings in SCCM to ensure they are configured correctly.

   - Check if any specific deployment options or requirements are causing the error.

7. **Logs and Monitoring**:

   - Review SCCM logs on both the client and server side to gather more information about the error.

   - Common logs to check on the client side include `CcmExec.log`, `LocationServices.log`, and `UpdatesDeployment.log`.

   - On the server side, check logs such as `distmgr.log`, `smsprov.log`, and `dmpdownloader.log` for any related errors.

By investigating these potential causes and troubleshooting steps, you can work towards resolving the Error 0x80070002 in SCCM and successfully complete the affected operation.