When Down loading Mac OS Monterey 12.0.1, I get an error that reads "preference error could not load software update preference pane." Any idea what needs to happen to you fix this?

When Down loading Mac OS Monterey 12.0.1, I get an error that reads "preference error could not load software update preference pane." Any idea what needs to happen to you fix this?


I have an iMac, late 2015. Shows its compatible with Monterey


iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Jan 20, 2022 8:06 AM

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Jan 21, 2022 10:48 AM in response to BridgerBowl

Hi, BridgerBowl, and thanks for reaching out. We see you're getting a preference error message when attempting to update. We'll be glad to assist.


We see you came from How to upgrade to macOS Monterey


From here, let's go ahead and try restarting your Mac to see if this persists afterwards when you attempt to upgrade: Shut down or restart your Mac


If you still have issues after that, try creating a new user account and updating from there: Set up users, guests, and groups on Mac


If you still have issues after that, you may want to reach out to Apple directly to look into this with you further: Get Support


We hope this helps.


Cheers!

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