Error Applying Transforms

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Error Applying Transforms

This article applies to:

Platform(s): Windows 98 , Windows ME , Windows 2000 , Windows XP , Vista , Windows 2003
Browser(s): All Browsers
Java version(s): 1.5.0 , 6.0

SYMPTOMS

While attempting to install the Java, a message box with the following error appears:

Error applying transforms. Verify that the specified transform paths are valid.

CAUSE

We are still investigating the root cause of this issue.

SOLUTION

The following items are suggested workarounds for this error:

Offline Download/Install

Click Offline installer
Note: Before installing again, it is highly recommended to remove existing traces of the Java from your system.
See the Instructions for uninstalling Java.
Uninstallation instructions for the Java on Windows

Verify Installation:
Click Verify your Java Installation to verify installation was successful.

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