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Code Fix: Error occurs when installing K2 or when starting the K2HostServer Service

  • June 5, 2026
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Issue Description

When you install K2 or start the K2HostServer service, the service stops and an error occurs in server startup.

Error Message:

The following error occurs:

“System.ArgumentNullException: Value cannot be null.

Parameter name: productVersion”

Followed later on by:

“System.NullReferenceException: Object reference not set to an instance of an object.”

Resolution

The fix is available in:

  1. Ensure you have the correct K2 version and/or Cumulative update installed. See KB001893 to see what Fix Pack level you have installed.
  2. Download the latest Fix Pack using the links in the table above for the version you require.
  3. Install the Fix Pack to apply the fix.
  4. It is recommended to clear browser cache and refresh the page.