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Here is a solution for the unable to launch FFXIV updater error.

Go to:
C: Documents > My Games > FINAL FANTASY XIV - A Realm Reborn

- Delete all the contents in there
- Right-click on the folder itself after deleting the contents
- If it is set as read only, please uncheck that
- Re-launch Final Fantasy XIV

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