How to fix the "mfc140u.dll is missing" error in IRONCAD and other programs)

How to fix the "mfc140u.dll is missing" error in IRONCAD and other programs)
Emil Rindell

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

Henrik Andersson

January 19, 2026

Emil Rindell

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

Henrik Andersson

January 19, 2026

Error message you receive:

The code execution cannot continue because mfc140u.dll cannot be found. Please try reinstalling the program.

mfc140u.dll error message

  • This error message indicates that Windows is missing an important system file that IRONCAD to start.
  • The error is therefore not related to IRONCAD but is a Windows error.
  • Always contact your IT department first, as they can help you resolve this error.

Why is this happening?

IRONCAD and many other programs) are built with Microsoft's 2015 development tools. These programs require certain "runtime libraries" to function. One of the files is called mfc140u.dll. When it is missing, you get this error.

It often happens after:

  • New installation/update of Windows
  • Updates that remove old files
  • Installation on a new computer

Here's how to fix it

Step 1: Download from Microsoft ( official from Microsoft):

Click here to go to the download page

This is the one you should download:

Step 2: Install the files

  1. Double-click the file (vc_redist.x64.exe) → Run as administrator if prompted.
  2. Follow the instructions (just click "Install" / "Yes").
  3. Ready

Step 3: Restart your computer

Now restart your computer.

Step 4: Test IRONCAD

Now try starting IRONCAD see if the error is resolved.

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