Windows 7 Task Scheduler Errors

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I'm not familiar with task scheduler. I was going to create a task to backup my Stickies notes to my Dropbox but when I opened Task Scheduler these two errors popped up. I clicked OK on the first one then the second one appeared.
Can someone shed some light on what's causing this and hopefully what I can do to repair it?
My system is Windows 7 Pro x86
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The errors you are encountering with Task Scheduler on Windows 7 Pro x86 can be resolved by following these troubleshooting steps:

Fixing Task Scheduler Errors:​

1. Repair Corrupted System Files:
   • Run the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan and repair corrupted system files that may be causing issues with Task Scheduler.
   • Open Command Prompt with administrative privileges and run the command: sfc /scannow.
   []Check Task Scheduler Service:
   • Ensure that the Task Scheduler service is running correctly. You can check it by following these steps:
     1. Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
     2. Locate the Task Scheduler service in the list and make sure its status is "Running."
   []Check for Dependencies:
   • Verify if Task Scheduler dependencies are also running properly. Dependencies like "Remote Procedure Call (RPC)" and "DCOM Server Process Launcher" should be enabled and running.
   []Restart Task Scheduler Service:
   • Restart the Task Scheduler service to see if it resolves the errors. Right-click on the Task Scheduler service in the Services window and select "Restart."
   []Recreate Task Scheduler Library:
   • If the errors persist, try recreating the Task Scheduler library by exporting the tasks, deleting the contents in %SystemRoot%\System32\Tasks, and importing the tasks back.
   []Check Event Viewer for Details:
   • Review the Event Viewer logs for more detailed information about the errors you are encountering. Look for any related error or warning messages that can offer insights into the root cause.
   []Update Windows:
   • Ensure your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest updates and patches. Sometimes, system updates can address issues related to Task Scheduler.
2. Run System Maintenance:
   • Run the built-in System Maintenance troubleshooter to check for and fix any issues related to Task Scheduler and other system components.

     Additional Considerations:​

     • Permissions: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access Task Scheduler and create tasks.
     • Task Integrity: Check the integrity of the tasks you have created to rule out any corruption issues within specific tasks causing the errors.
     By following these steps and troubleshooting suggestions, you can address the Task Scheduler errors on your Windows 7 Pro x86 system. If the issues persist or if you encounter any specific error messages during the troubleshooting process, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.