When those users try to play media files with WMP, it displays a Server execution error message. There are a few potential factors behind Windows Media Player’s Server execution failed issue. The issue can arise due to corrupted a Network Sharing Service, corrupted DLL files, or conflicting third-party software. No matter what the exact reason for this error appearing is in your case, this guide will provide you with a quick and efficient fix, so make sure to read on.

How can I fix the Server execution failed error?

1. End the Windows Media Player process via Task Manager

2. Repair the Network Sharing Service for Windows Media Player

  If an error message pops up when you try to restart the service, follow these steps:

3. Register the vbscript and jscript DLLs

4. Reinstall Windows Media Player

5. Clean boot Windows

Those resolutions will likely resolve the Server execution issue for many users. However, remember that there are plenty of good alternatives to Windows Media Player you can play your media files with instead.

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