Fix Docker Compose Environment Variable Substitution Failed - How to Debug a Docker Container That Exits Immediately-Error 0x80070002 on Windows 11: Step-by-Step Troubleshooting

Updated 2026-07-28 14:52:13windows-fixes
Fix Docker Compose Environment Variable Substitution Failed - How to Debug a Docker Container That Exits Immediately-Error 0x80070002 on Windows 11: Step-by-Step Troubleshooting
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.