Windows Installer Error Codes

Successful Codes
There are several 'error' codes for Windows Installer that are actually associated with success rather than failure. Some of these positive codes for Windows Installer include ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_INITIATED, ERROR_SUCCESS, and also ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_REQUIRED. These codes mean that the installation was finished without a problem.
Error Messages
For Windows Installer error messages, the error code numbers start at 1000. Any error codes that are numbered between 1000 and 1999 are known as 'ship errors.' These kinds of errors must be placed into the Error Table. Error messages over 2000 are known as internal errors.
Invalid Errors
There are several Windows Installer error codes that are associated with invalidity. Some of these include ERROR_INVALID_DATA (invalid data), ERROR_INVALID_PARAMETER (invalid parameters), ERROR_INVALID_HANDLE_STATE (the handle is currently in a state that is invalid), ERROR_INVALID_FIELD (nonexistent field), ERROR_INVALID_TABLE (nonexistent or invalid table choice), ERROR_INVALID_COMMAND_LINE (command line argument is invalid) and ERROR_INVALID_PATCH_XML (invalid XML patch data).
Failure Errors
There are various Windows Installer error codes that are associated with some type of failure. Some of these failure codes include ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE (a fatal error during the installation procedure), ERROR_FUNCTION_FAILED (failure of function), and ERROR_CREATE_FAILED (failure of Windows Installer to start).
Prevention/Solution
If you keep experiencing errors codes with Windows Installer, whether you are installing or uninstalling the application, you should call or email Microsoft customer support regarding the software that you are trying to either install or remove.