On my Windows Server 2008 R2 machine, I couldn't start the "Windows Event Log Service", which is stopped. I got the following error:
"Windows could not start the windows event log service on local computer. Error 5: Access is denied"
Let me explain what I have already tried till now:
Attempted to start the service manually:
Go to Services, from Server Configuration > windows event log >right clicked > Start Service
Attempted to start the service via a Registry hack:
Go to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Schedule" and then in the right side there would be "Start". Change its value from 2 to 4 and restart the machine.
Adjusted NTFS permissions for service access:
- Open an Explorer window,
Type the following:
%SystemRoot%\System32\winevt\
Hit Enter Key, and you should be directed to the Windows Event Folder. If not, manually navigate to the folder location.
- Right-click on the Logs folder and choose Properties.
- Click Add.
- Under Enter the objects name to select, type NT Service\eventlog.
- Click Check Names. Name should be found. If you get a prompt about Name not found, check to see if eventlog is already listed under Group or user names.
- Click OK.
- Make sure it has Full Control by clicking Full Control.
- Click Apply and Ok.
- Restart the Computer.
I tried all things which is mentioned above. But none of does not worked for me. Is there anyone can help with my problem?