What Causes RESULT_CODE_MISSING_DATA Error on Chrome or Edge?
There are multiple reasons that can cause the mentioned issue on Chrome or Edge. But among all, below are some of the most common reasons triggering the problem.
Fix RESULT_CODE_MISSING_DATA error on Chrome or Edge
Below is a list of all the effective workarounds you can try, in case you are facing RESULT_CODE_MISSING_DATA error on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. While we may have elaborated on the steps for Chrome, similar steps need to be taken for the Chromium-based Edge browser too. Now, let’s check out all these solutions in detail.
1] Restart the browser
Restarting is one of the best ways by which you can get rid of any problem including RESULT_CODE_MISSING_DATA error. Doesn’t matter how simple it may sound, restarting is enough to get rid of the underlying issue. But before restarting, ensure that you have saved all the work on different tabs that are opened. Once you have restarted Chrome or Edge, visit the website that was showing the mentioned error. Check if the problem continues. If not, continue with the next workaround.
2] Download the latest update for Chrome or Edge browser
Similar to any other application, it’s always recommended to keep updating the browser. The new update comes with new features and many bug fixes. Furthermore, the Chromium Issue Trackers inform the developers about different issues users are facing. So, download the latest browser update to fix the problem. Here are the steps you need to follow for Chrome. Now Google Chrome will check for any available updates. If found, it will automatically begin the downloading process. Once the update is downloaded, restart the browser and visit the website that was throwing the error. Check if the problem is fixed or not. In a similar fashion, you can update Microsoft Edge.
3] Remove Unwanted Extension
Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge extensions are among the best way by which you can increase your productivity. However, like anything else on the internet, they also have their own sets of problems. There are instances of malicious or poorly coded extensions available on the Chrome and Edge store. If by any chance, you have installed either of those extensions, you will face different errors including the RESULT_CODE_MISSING_DATA error. Thus, make sure you are installing only trustable and necessary extensions. Here’s what you need to do to remove unnecessary extensions on Chrome or Edge. You can even report the extension if you think it can harm other users as well. Once done, restart Chrome and check if the problem persists. This post will show you how to remove unnecessary extensions from Edge.
4] Clear Browser Cache Data
Clearing cache data of Chrome is another effective way by which you can get rid of the mentioned issue. Here are the steps you need to follow to delete Google Chrome cache data. Before proceeding, make sure you close all the tabs on Chrome. That’s it. Revisit the website and check if you are still facing the error. This post will show you how to clear browser cache & data from Edge.
5] Change Compatibility for the browser
Downloading the latest OS update can sometimes affect the compatibility of different applications. If you have recently updated your system to Windows 11 or downloaded the latest Windows 10 patch update, it’s no surprise you are facing the issue in Chrome or Edge. Here is what you need to do to change Google Chrome compatibility.
Similar steps need to be taken to change the Compatibility Mode for Edge.
6] Reset or Reinstall Chrome or Edge
If nothing helps, first try and Reset Chrome or Reset Edge and see if that works; else reinstall Chrome or Edge and see. That’s it.
Why does Google Chrome keep saying Aw snap?
The Aw snap error mainly occurs while trying to visit certain websites. The main reason behind this error is the corrupted browser. You can fix it by either updating the browser, or login in with new credentials. Read Next: Fix RESULT_CODE_HUNG error on Microsoft Edge.
