Windows installer error 1601 in Microsoft Word

[Kishan]

If I am trying to access a template such as a calendar then I am getting the following error message "Microsoft cannot install necessary files due to Windows installer error 1601." I have tried to find out a solution for this issue but cannot find anything, so is there anyone who can help me out? Thanks

[Janos™]

To resolve this problem, shut down the Windows Installer service and then re-register it. This makes sure that the Windows Installer engine functions properly. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click Start, and then click Run.
2. In the Open box, type msiexec /unreg, and then click OK.
3. When this process is complete, click Start, and then click Run.
4. In the Open box, type msiexec /regserver, and then click OK.
5. When this process is complete, reinstall the update.