In this post, you’ll learn about the error “FVE_E_NOT_ALLOWED_IN_SAFE_MODE 0x80310040” that is returned when working with COM based APIs or libraries in Windows.
COM Error Message
FVE_E_NOT_ALLOWED_IN_SAFE_MODE 0x80310040
What is COM?
Microsoft’s COM stands for Component Object Model. Component Object Model (COM) is a networked, object-oriented framework for building interoperable binary software components. Microsoft’s OLE (compound documents), ActiveX (Internet-enabled components), and other products are built on the COM base technology.
Error Description
Below is the description of this COM Error.
The BitLocker configuration of the specified drive cannot be managed because this computer is currently operating in Safe Mode. While in Safe Mode, BitLocker Drive Encryption can only be used for recovery purposes.
