Solved: How do I fix “An error occurred while installing” and “An error occurred while updating” Steam Game? — Pupuweb

Problem Symptom: Some Steam players encounter an error whenever they attempt to update or install the game via Steam client. The detailed error message as below:

Steam — Error
An error occurred while updating [game title]
See the Steam support site for more information

Steam — Error
An error occurred while installing [game title]
See the Steam support site for more information

Follow the below solution steps to resolve error when updating or installing game using Steam client.

Content Summary

Potential Causes
Pre-check
Solution 1: Allow Steam client in Windows Defender Firewall
Solution 2: Clear Steam download cache
Solution 3: Repair Steam Library Folder
Solution 4: Verify integrity of local game files
Solution 5: Change Steam library folder
Solution 6: Change download region
Solution 7: Reinstall Steam client
Reference

Potential Causes

• Blocked by Firewall or Antivirus software.
• Background app is creating conflict with the network or other resources.
• Outdated or corrupted game installation.

Originally published at https://pupuweb.com on August 2, 2021.