Since the previous update (the one before BigSur), my system preferences were terrible slow. Since the update to BigSur, the systempref's stopped working at all.
The error says: "Preferences error The 'x' preference pane cannot be loaded"
This happens on all preference panes, here is a video explaining the problem.
I've tried
- SMC reset (putting off, disconnecting cable for a while, reconnecting and restarting)
- PRAM + NVRAM reset (shut down, hold option, cmd + P + R)
- Deleted the systemprefs .plist file and restarted
Nothing worked so far, I can't connect my bluetooth mouse, headphones, and all the other settings. Can some one help me out with this issue?
-Update-
Okay, I guess I somehow found the error…
I logged in to the new account again. And look at this…
https://youtu.be/kapOvWY8xXE
When I go to the apple icon in the top left corner, it gives me another version of systemprefs. When I go to the systemprefs trough the applicationsfolder, I've got the 'new' systemprefs witch works as it should… The question now is, how can I override the 'old' systemprefs with the 'new' in the top-menu.
Best Answer
Yes. I like to make a new user account and the log out of all the old users. No data is lost, but you can time the new user to open preferences.
Then you know if the problem is the system needs to be fixed / reinstalled or just your user has corrupt preferences.
Assuming it’s not your user account, this might be faster to sort by a Time Machine backup and erasing the mac to reinstall a clean OS. Once you’re sure it’s not a bug in a clean OS, you can run Migration Assistant and bring back your apps / documents and not your settings in the hopes that it cures the issue.
Sorry I don’t have a more surgical method to isolate this reliably. It’s hitting what might be an isolated issue with a big hammer, but you probably need a backup anyhow since the system is degrading and you’ll likely spend more time troubleshooting this than testing a clean install.