Error 190 cause installation failure

Last updated on May 25, 2026

Learn how to resolve error code 190 "System requirements not met" during Adobe app installation.

Error 190 occurs when your device does not meet the minimum system requirements needed to install or run the Adobe application. This issue is typically caused by an unsupported operating system version, missing system updates, or incompatibility with required OS-level components.

Your device doesn't meet the minimum system requirements

To resolve this issue:

Ensure that your computer meets the system requirements for your Adobe app.

Install all pending Windows or macOS updates and upgrade to a fully supported OS version compatible with the latest Creative Cloud apps.

Once the system requirements are met, install the app again. 

Note

If your operating system meets all minimum system requirements but you still see Error 190, the issue may be caused by corrupt system files or missing components.