ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE 787 (0x313) [Solved]

The ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE Win32 system error, with code 787 (0x313), appears due to issues with the hibernation feature or its file after you wake the PC from a hibernation state.

Causes behind Error Abandon Hiberfile include problems with the disk, misconfigured boot settings, corrupted system files, and conflicts triggered by third-party apps.

Before you proceed to the solutions, restart the PC, install all pending Windows updates, and scan the PC for malware.

How can I fix ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE in Windows?

1. Re-enable hibernation

1. Press Windows + S to open Search, type Command Prompt, and click on Run as administrator.
2. Click Yes in the UAC prompt.
3. Paste the following commands individually and hit Enter after each: powercfg.exe -h off powercfg.exe /hibernate on
4. Once done, restart the computer and check for improvements.

Upon disabling and re-enabling hibernation, hiberfil.sys will be recreated, which should get rid of Error Code 787 (ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE).

2. Repair the corrupted system files

1. Press Windows + R to open Run, type cmd, and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter.
2. Click Yes in the UAC prompt.
3. Paste the following DISM commands individually and hit Enter after each: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
4. Execute this command to run the SFC scan: sfc /scannow
5. Finally, reboot the computer to apply the changes.

Since corrupted system files can trigger ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE (0x313), you must run the DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) and SFC (System File Checker) scans to replace all problematic files with their cached copies!

3. Turn off Fast Startup

1. Press Windows + S to open Search, type Control Panel, and click on the relevant result.
2. Click on System and Security.
3. Now, click on Change what the power buttons do under Power Options.
4. Click on Change settings that are currently unavailable.
5. Untick the checkbox for Turn on fast startup and click on Save changes.
6. Restart the computer and check for improvements.

Fast startup is often found to be the underlying cause behind boot-related system errors, and disabling fast startup should fix things.

4. Uninstall conflicting applications

1. Press Windows + R to open Run, type appwiz.cpl in the text field, and hit Enter.
2. Select any app that was installed or updated around the same time you first encountered the system error, and click Uninstall.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process and then restart the PC.

If ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE 787 (0x313) A valid hibernation file has been invalidated and should be abandoned persists, use a top-rated software uninstaller to wipe all traces of the app installation, including leftover files and Registry entries, that might still be conflicting with Windows.

5. Reinstall Windows

When nothing else works, the last option is to reinstall Windows from scratch. Since there’s a possibility of data loss, I recommend moving any critical files to an external storage drive.

To reinstall Windows, go to Microsoft’s official website > download the Media Creation Tool > use it to create a bootable USB drive > turn off the system > access the BIOS > change the boot order to the bootable drive > run the Windows setup > complete the reinstallation.

In my experience, ERROR_ABANDON_HIBERFILE almost always appears due to software-based issues. So, a Windows reinstall will fix it. If not, you should contact Microsoft support for a resolution.

Before you leave, discover the common Windows problems and solutions to prevent such errors from reappearing! Before leaving, don’t miss our guide on ERROR_NO_ACE_CONDITION for more information.

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