Error 1067 The Process Terminated Unexpectedly | Quick Fix

The “Error 1067: The process terminated unexpectedly” is a common Windows error that usually occurs when trying to start a Windows service (like MySQL, Apache, or other background services), and the service fails to start due to a crash or misconfiguration.

🔍 Common Causes of Error 1067

1. Corrupted service configuration

2. Incorrect or missing configuration files (e.g. my.ini, httpd.conf)

3. Permission issues

4. Missing or incompatible dependencies

5. Corrupted system files or registry entries

6. Recent software or system updates

✅ How to Fix Error 1067 (Step-by-Step)

👇 Start by identifying which service is causing the error (e.g. MySQL, Print Spooler, etc.).

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🔧 1. Restart the Affected Service

• Open Services (services.msc)

• Right-click the problematic service

• Click Start or Restart

• If the error shows again, continue with deeper fixes.

🔧 2. Check Configuration Files (if applicable)

For services like MySQL, Apache, or Tomcat, corrupted config files often trigger Error 1067.

Example (MySQL):

• Check my.ini or my.cnf for:

  • Invalid paths

  • Bad syntax (missing =, extra characters, etc.)

  • Misconfigured buffer or log settings

👉 Try running MySQL manually from CMD:

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🔧 3. Check System Event Logs

• Press Win + X → Event Viewer

• Navigate to:

  • Window → System

  • Look for error entries at the time the service failed

• This may reveal missing DLLs, corrupt drivers, etc.

🔧 4. Run as Administrator

If it’s a permission issue:

• Right-click the application or service executable

• Click Run as administrator

• Also ensure the service’s Log On settings are correct in services.msc

🔧 5. Reinstall or Repair the Service

If a service (like MySQL or Apache) is corrupted:

• Uninstall it via Apps & Features

• Delete its data/config directories (backup important data first!)

• Reinstall the service from the official source

🔧 6. Repair Windows System Files

If the problem is OS-level:

1. Open Command Prompt as Admin

2. Run:

   sfc /scannow


   Wait for the scan to finish—it’ll fix corrupt system files.

🔧 7. Check Dependencies

In services.msc, right-click the failing service → Properties → Dependencies tab.

Make sure all dependent services are:

• Installed

• Not disabled or broken

🛠️ Example: Fixing “Error 1067” in MySQL

1. Open my.ini

2. Comment out or fix any suspicious lines (especially buffer sizes, directory paths)

3. Run:

   mysqld --initialize


   or

   mysqld --console


4. Try starting the MySQL service again from services.msc

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