The reference assemblies for framework “.NETFramework,Version=v4.6.2” were not found

Question

When trying to compile a solution, I get the following build error:

Error MSB3644 The reference assemblies for framework \".NETFramework,Version=v4.

Answer 1

For 4.7.2 issue I have to go here: https://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnet-framework/net472

Install the Download .NET Framework 4.7.2 Developer Pack as displayed in the image to fix the issue.