How to Fix Rgss102e.dll Not Found or Missing Errors

If a software reinstall doesn't fix the DLL error, try System Restore

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Updated on July 25, 2022

Rgss102e.dll errors are caused by the removal or corruption of the rgss102e DLL file. Related errors could indicate a Windows registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even hardware failure.

Rgss102e.dll Errors

There are several ways rgss102e.dll errors can show up on your computer:

  • Rgss102e.dll Not Found
  • This application failed to start because rgss102e.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
  • Cannot find [PATH]\rgss102e.dll
  • The file rgss102e.dll is missing.
  • Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: rgss102e.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.
Rgss102e.dll Error Message

These error messages might appear while using certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or even during a Windows installation.

All Microsoft operating systems can experience this error, including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, etc.

Don't download DLLs from DLL download websites. If you need a copy of rgss102e.dll, it's best to obtain it from its original, legitimate source.

How to Fix Rgss102e.dll Errors

Try these steps in order until the problem is resolved. You may need to start Windows in Safe Mode to complete these steps if you're unable to access Windows normally due to the error.

  1. Restore the file from the Recycle Bin if you accidentally deleted the rgss102e.dll. If you've already emptied the Recycle Bin, you might have luck using data recovery software to retrieve the deleted file.

    Recycle bin on the Windows 10 desktop

    Complete this step only if you're confident that you deleted the file yourself, and that it wasn't removed by your antivirus program for being malicious.

  2. Run a virus/malware scan of your entire system. Some rgss102e.dll errors could be related to a virus that has damaged the DLL file. It's even possible the error you're seeing is related to a hostile program that's masquerading as the file.

  3. Reinstall the program that uses the rgss102e.dll file. If the error occurs when you use a particular program, reinstalling it could replace the file.

    RPG Maker rgss102e.dll error messages can usually be resolved by reinstalling the software or purchasing a legal copy (rather than a cracked/illegal version).

  4. Use System Restore to undo recent system changes. If you suspect the rgss102e.dll error was caused by a change made to an important file or configuration, System Restore should fix it.

    System Restore on the Windows System Properties menu

  5. Update drivers for hardware devices that might be related to rgss102e.dll. For example, if you're receiving a "rgss102e.dll is missing" error when you play a 3D video game, try updating the drivers for your video card.

    Update driver option on the Windows Device Manager menu

  6. Roll back a driver to a previously installed version if rgss102e.dll errors began after updating a particular hardware device's driver.

    Roll Back Driver option on the Windows hardware properties menu

  7. Use a free registry cleaner to repair rgss102e.dll related issues in the Windows registry. Registry cleaner programs can help by removing invalid rgss102e.dll registry entries that might be causing the DLL error.

  8. If you can't fix the problem yourself, consider taking your PC to a professional computer repair service.

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