How Do I Fix ERROR_SERVICE_DISABLED in Windows? If you see ERROR_SERVICE_DISABLED , it usually means that a Windows service needed by an app or feature has been disabled. You can check the service settings and enable the required service by following these simple steps. Step 1: Open Windows Services Press Windows + R on your keyboard. Type services.msc in the Run box and press Enter . This will open the Windows Services window. Step 2: Find the Required Service Look through the list of services and find the service connected to the program or Windows feature showing the error. Step 3: Open Service Properties Right-click the service and select Properties . A new window will appear with information about the service. Step 4: Check the Startup Type Look for Startup type . If the service is set to Disabled , change it to Manual or Automatic , when appropriate for that service. Step 5: Apply the Changes Click Apply , then click OK . If the option is available, you can also click Start t...