Copied from a post by BC Volkert in Windows Update Re:Error Code 8007006E
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This worked for me.
I have Office 2003, not 2007. Microsoft Update wanted to install KB972581
but it would always fail.
As suggested, I ran the Office 2007 Compatibility Pack
(FileFormatConverters.exe) installation and it failed as predicted. Without
rebooting, I ran the Office Installer Cleanup Tool and removed the Office
2007 Compatibility Pack. Without rebooting, I ran the Update from the shield
in the system tray and it installed.
PERFECT ! ! !
I'm using XP Pro SP3, Office 2003 SP3
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