Simply check current downloads and updates by going to Google Play > Menu > My apps & games. Sometimes the problem occurs when you have multiple apps updating at the same time or large apps downloading simultaneously. To troubleshoot, first, you need to find the source of the problem. There are several reasons why your app is stuck at download. Here’s how to fix Google Play Store “download pending” error before you think of doing a factory reset. However, it’s the app source, specifically the Google Play Store, that’s malfunctioning which makes it more tragic. Every app has its issue and it’s no surprise. Some are easy, while some require complicated methods. We have encountered a lot of problems with Android at one time or another.