If you try to correct corrupted files on HDD and use a 'sfc\scannow' combination, you might face a problem like the loss of connection between the program icon and the program itself (i.e. the program shortcut is missing). In this case you uninstall the program and try to re-install it running as 'Administrator', but see a window which says "that WinZip will not install because 'product configuration is missing'. In this case just end up cleaning out the registry from WinZip files.
How to Locate a Missing Configuration File. Many computer programs use external configuration files to load settings and other information.
Last updated: 8/13/2015 · 2 posts · First post: 6/20/2014 · 5 total answers7605 views windows 8.1 will not install winzip panel says product configuration is missing
Winzip product configuration missing. Once you have purchased WinZip Registry Optimizer, you must register your software to fix any errors Welcome to the Software ...