How to resolve error code 0x80244022: Windows Update encountered an issue while checking for updates in Windows Server 2019

Follow these steps to resolve error code 0x80244022 when checking for updates in Windows Server 2019:

1. Verify your internet connection: Ensure your server is connected to the internet without any connectivity problems.
2. Restart the Windows Update service: Open the Services app, find the Windows Update service, right-click it, and choose Restart.
3. Clear the Windows Update cache: Run Command Prompt as an administrator and enter the following commands:

        net stop wuauserv
        net stop cryptSvc
        net stop bits
        net stop msiserver
        ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
        ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
        net start wuauserv
        net start cryptSvc
        net start bits
        net start msiserver

4. Disable third-party antivirus software: Temporarily turn off any third-party antivirus programs and try checking for updates again.
5. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters, select Windows Update, and follow the instructions to run the troubleshooter.
6. Manually download and install updates: If the issue persists, download and install updates manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog website.