Illustrator unable to launch due to missing .ddl file/ corrupted Visual C++ redistributable package

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Hi,
Up until an hour ago, Illustrator was working fine. Now when I go to launch I get a System Error message:

I have re-installed it several times, including the two previous versions, but no luck. I don't think it's a compatibility issue as all has been well up until this point.
 
Any help would be most appreciated.
 
Specs below.
 
I am running the latest version of Illustrator - v 25.3.1 
 
Edition Windows 10 HomeVersion 20H2Installed on ‎10/‎23/‎2020OS build 19042.1110Serial number MP1EUU03Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3530.0
 
Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB
Device name LaptopProcessor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-8550U CPU @ 1.80GHz 2.00 GHzInstalled RAM 8.00 GB (7.82 GB usable)System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processorPen and touch Pen and touch support with 10 touch points

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Anshul_Saini · Answer

Hi there,

Sorry for the delayed response. This usually happens due to a missing ".ddl" file or corrupted Visual C++ redistributable package. So, I would suggest you to try these steps:
Go to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.
Right-click Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable (2012-2017) and choose Repair.

If this doesn't resolve the issue, I would suggest you to reinstall them from this page (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/the-latest-supported-visual-c-downloads-2647da03-1eea-4433-9aff-95f26a218cc0) and see if that helps to resolve the issue.

Let us know how it goes. We will be looking forward to your response.

Thanks & Regards,
Anshul Saini

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