3 Steps to Download and Fix SaErHdlr.dll DLL Errors

Last Updated: 12/07/2023
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DLL files such as SaErHdlr.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Executable application) files. As a WIA Scanner Driver (WIA ErrorHandler) file, it was created for use in Windows 8 by Microsoft.

SaErHdlr.dll was first released for Windows 7 Operating System on 07/22/2009 with Windows 7. The latest version update [v1, 0, 0, 0] for Windows was 8 released on 08/01/2012.

In this article, you will find detailed SaErHdlr.dll information, a DLL file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SaErHdlr.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	WIA Scanner Driver (WIA ErrorHandler)
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows 8
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	8

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1b39
Code Size:	6144

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File Info	Description
File Size:	10 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2012:06:02 14:35:05+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:01:44+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2008:10:14 06:56:26+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	6144
Initialized Data Size:	4096
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1b39
OS Version:	6.1
Image Version:	6.1
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.0.0.0
Product Version Number:	0.0.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:
File Description:	WIA Scanner Driver (WIA ErrorHandler)
File Version:	1, 0, 0, 0
Internal Name:	errhandler
Legal Copyright:
Original Filename:	sserrhandler.dll
Product Name:
Product Version:	0,0,0,0
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:
Private Build:

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What are SaErHdlr.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library SaErHdlr.dll Errors

SaErHdlr.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like SaErHdlr.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like sapisvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Windows) could share the same SaErHdlr.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when SaErHdlr.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common SaErHdlr.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - SaErHdlr.dll.
SaErHdlr.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wiasa002.inf_x86_b21b2c5a836558e4\SaErHdlr.dll.
Cannot register SaErHdlr.dll.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: SaErHdlr.dll. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load SaErHdlr.dll.
The application has failed to start because SaErHdlr.dll was not found.
The file SaErHdlr.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because SaErHdlr.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your SaErHdlr.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, SaErHdlr.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading SaErHdlr.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix SaErHdlr.dll Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your SaErHdlr.dll issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the SaErHdlr.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing SaErHdlr.dll file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt SaErHdlr.dll files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for SaErHdlr.dll issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

sfc /scannow

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many SaErHdlr.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the SaErHdlr.dll error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your SaErHdlr.dll File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate SaErHdlr.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SaErHdlr.dll files for every applicable version of Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SaErHdlr.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wiasa002.inf_amd64_neutral_6429a42f1243419a\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wiasa002.inf_x86_b21b2c5a836558e4\

Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 8.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve SaErHdlr.dll problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download SaErHdlr.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SaErHdlr.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows DLL files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing SaErHdlr.dll and all other DLL files for Windows. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SaErHdlr.dll

Windows 8 (08/01/2012)

1, 0, 0, 0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software Version:	0.0.0.0
File Version:	1, 0, 0, 0
File Size:	10240
File Date:	06/02/2012
MD5 Checksum:	354dd9b3420e99a2a0bd5194a1dd967c
SHA1 Checksum:	dd537b8393211f3661292e8b1d4064bce4a2f6da
SHA256 Checksum:	e783a3dec881bcbb186b492413ee39daee93eed6eae451ae718251381d86197c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	4096
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	06/02/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SaErHdlr.dll

Windows 7 (07/22/2009)

1, 0, 0, 0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 7
Software Version:	0.0.0.0
File Version:	1, 0, 0, 0
File Size:	10752
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	e0611cce519b3d27020540bbc060d0f2
SHA1 Checksum:	3e27aa32fa8a88608062d9de497bbca5a1154cd1
SHA256 Checksum:	215545a06a49124103a8fe8f0add8a10bfb5bb7ff43fa7afa8598dd3a76a0860
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	4608
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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