In this post, you’ll learn about the error “FVE_E_RECOVERY_KEY_REQUIRED 0x80310022” that is returned when working with COM based APIs or libraries in Windows.
COM Error Message
FVE_E_RECOVERY_KEY_REQUIRED 0x80310022
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 drive you are attempting to lock does not have any key protectors available for encryption because BitLocker protection is currently suspended. Re-enable BitLocker to lock this drive.