How to solve the error code 0x80070652: SQL Server 2014 installation error

There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x80070652 when installing SQL Server 2014:

1. Check for Windows updates: Make sure your Windows operating system is up to date with the latest updates. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and click on Check for updates.
2. Disable antivirus software: Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the installation process. Disable your antivirus software temporarily and try installing SQL Server 2014 again.
3. Run the installation as an administrator: Right-click on the SQL Server 2014 installation file and select Run as administrator.
4. Clean boot your computer: A clean boot can help eliminate software conflicts that may be causing the installation error. To perform a clean boot, follow these steps:
• Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
• Type msconfig and press Enter.
• In the System Configuration window, click on the Services tab.
• Check the box next to Hide all Microsoft services.
• Click on Disable all.
• Go to the Startup tab and click on Open Task Manager.
• Disable all startup items.
• Close Task Manager and click on OK in the System Configuration window.
• Restart your computer and try installing SQL Server 2014 again.
5. Use the SQL Server Installation Center: If you're still experiencing the error code 0x80070652, try using the SQL Server Installation Center to install SQL Server 2014. You can access the Installation Center by running the setup.exe file from the SQL Server 2014 installation media.