[Failed to back up to iCloud, there was a problem turning on iCloud backup]

Overview

iCloud is a popular tool introduced by Apple that allows you to sync data from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch for backup. However, sometimes your iPhone fails to back up to iCloud due to issues like "Last Backup Incomplete" or "Encountered an error while Enabling iCloud Backup." Therefore, you can't restore from an iCloud backup when the iCloud backup doesn't complete. On this page, we'll focus on how to resolve the issue of failed iCloud backups due to problems encountered while enabling iCloud backup. If you're a victim of this error and looking for a solution, you've come to the right place.

How to Fix iCloud Backup Failed and Issues with Enabling iCloud Backup

When you encounter an iCloud backup failed issue with an error message saying “There was a problem enabling iCloud Backup,” you might wonder why your iPhone won't back up to iCloud. Actually, there can be many reasons behind this issue, and it's unnecessary to figure all of them out. What matters most is to find the solutions. Here, we provide two possible fixes for you.

Free Steps to Fix iCloud Backup Issues

1. Reset Network Settings: Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. 2. Delete all unnecessary backups: Settings > iCloud > Storage > Manage Storage. (This works wonders for many users.) 3. Update to the latest version of iOS, if available. 4. Press and hold the Home button and the Wake/Sleep button together until you see the Apple logo, then try backing up to iCloud. 5. Wait ten minutes, then go to Settings > iCloud. Scroll down and tap "Backup." Make sure iCloud Backup is turned on. If you see a different alert message, follow its instructions and try again. 6. Go to Settings > iCloud. Tap your Apple ID, and sign in to iCloud with your Apple ID password. 7. Check the iCloud Backup status on the [Apple System Status page](https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/).

The steps to fix iCloud backup issues using the MobiSaver tool are as follows: 1. First, download and install the MobiSaver software compatible with your operating system. Make sure to obtain the genuine software from the official website. 2. After installation, launch the MobiSaver application. 3. Connect your iOS device (such as an iPhone or iPad) to your computer using a USB cable. 4. The program should automatically detect your device. If not, check your USB connection and ensure that "Trust This Computer" has been confirmed. 5. In the MobiSaver main interface, choose the "Backup & Restore" option. 6. Click the "Backup Now" button to start backing up your iOS device. Be patient, as this may take some time depending on the amount of data on your device. 7. Once the backup is complete, try enabling iCloud backup again in your settings. If the issue persists, use the MobiSaver backup file for recovery. 8. Go back to MobiSaver and locate the backup you just created. Click "Restore" or "Browse," then select the type of data you want to restore. 9. After selecting, click "Restore to Device" or "Restore to Computer," depending on your preference. 10. Wait for the restoration process to finish. Upon completion, verify if the iCloud backup function has been successfully enabled. Please note that using third-party tools might result in data loss or overwrite. Therefore, ensure you have backed up important data before proceeding. If the problem still isn't resolved, consider contacting MobiSaver customer support or Apple Support for further assistance.

If the above steps don't work, you might need to try using a third-party tool to fix the issue. One recommended app for this purpose is MobiSaver, which allows you to backup and restore data from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, as well as from iTunes and iCloud backups. To export all data from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your computer or another storage device for backup using this program, follow these steps:

Step 1: Choose Recovery Mode

Connect your iPhone to the computer and launch the MobiSaver tool. On the left, select the recovery mode – “Recover from iOS Device” – and click “Start.”

Step 2: Scan iPhone to Find Lost Data

MobiSaver will scan your iPhone 13/12/11/X/XR/XS/8/7/6/5/4 automatically and find the existing data, as well as some lost data.

Step 3: Preview and Recover iPhone Data

You can select the lost data you want to retrieve, like photos, videos, contacts, SMS, memos, voicemail, or other files, from your iPhone 13/12/11/X/XR/XS/8/7/6/5/4. Then hit “Recover” to save these data to another location.