In this post, you’ll learn more about the Error SPAPI_E_FILE_HASH_NOT_IN_CATALOG – 0x800F024B that is returned when working with the COM-based APIs in Win32
Win32 COM Error
SPAPI_E_FILE_HASH_NOT_IN_CATALOG – 0x800F024B
Win32 COM Error Error Description
The hash for the file is not present in the specified catalog file. The file is likely corrupt or the victim of tampering.