Hello Jess Edward,
The fix you have suggested is for a different error code, namely -805306369. This is error code 0. I am also affected by this Error Code 0 bug, MCL-20783, and have tried these solutions which do not work for this bug. I do not have any of the named software which could interfere, and do not use 'Discord overlay'. Unfortunately I do not know if there is a fix discovered for this Error Code 0 bug, but thanks for trying to help anyway.
I believe this issue is being tracked elsewhere too, and I think your input would be valued. I'll get back to you on the bug's number thing and link it here.
MCL-20783. If possible can you add your images there and perhaps vote for the issue? It appears to affect both Windows and Mac versions, but much more precise info is known for Mac. As you're on windows, your input would be appreciated!
I think that is based on biome. Perhaps you are within a swamp or are at a boundary between biomes?
Thank you for the speedy response, Mark Derickson! That's a shame if this could be intended behaviour, I found it a useful mechanic in older versions for collecting saplings and creating canopies. Nevertheless, I understand if the developers ultimately decide this is working as intended.