Quick Ways to Fix iTunes Backup Corrupt or Not Compatible Issue

“I wanted to restore my iPhone X using my iPhone 6+ but got this message. Do I need to upgrade both phones to latest iOS before proceeding? ip x is on 11.0.1 whereas ip 6+ is on 10. 3. Thanks in advance!”

Sometimes, it may so happen that your iTunes backup may fail to load properly. There can be various reasons for it. At times, the backup files become corrupt and sometimes they may not be compatible either. In such cases, the worst thing is the loss of data which will be entailed. So, you should make it a point to learn the best ways to fix it. Let us see what they are.
Part 1. Common Reasons for iTunes Backup Corrupt

Let us see some of the main reasons that are responsible for the backup being either corrupt or incompatible.
1. Backup Failed without Notice

Sometimes when you are making a backup, an error may have occurred but there was no message displayed. This gives you the false impression that the backup was done properly when in reality it was not so.
2. iOS Version Incompatibility

You need to understand that different iOS version can lead to problems on different devices. Suppose you try to restore an iOS 11 backup on your iPhone X, it is likely to show you an error. So, if you upgrade the iOS version and try to restore an old backup, it may lead to errors.Also Read:Voice Changing Apps & Software for Skype
3. Not Enough Space

When you are trying to restore an iTunes backup, and there is a lack of space, it is going to lead to plenty of problems. You should always have ample free space on your phone when you opt for restoration of iTunes backup.
Part 2. Selectively or Fully Back Up with iTunes

Now that you knew the possible reasons which can lead to corrupt or incompatible backup, let us see the possible fixes for it. Try the following tips to solve it


Tip 1. Delete corrupt or incompatible backup


Tip 2. Fully Back Up iPhone without Data Loss


Tip 3. Back Up Specific Data without Data Loss
Tip 1. Delete corrupt or incompatible backup

You can try to delete the corrupt or incompatible backup and here are the steps to be followed.

Steps for Mac


Open iTunes and then click on iTunes in the menu bar.


Now head to ‘Preferences’ and then click on the ‘Devices’ tab.


Now you should choose the backup which you want to remove


Now, click on the ‘Delete backup’ button

Steps for Windows


Open iTunes and then click on ‘Edit’


Now click on ‘Preferences’ and then move to ‘Devices’


Now choose the backup file which you want to delete


Now click on ‘Delete backup’


Once the backup file has been deleted, you can restore your iPhone when you have created a new backup file.


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