As of 2023, most computers run in 64 bits mode, including the Edge browser. So, if you ask to install Java from the java.com web site, the proposed version will automatically be 64 bits. But when running in Internet Explorer mode, 32 bits mode gets activated. You will need to look forn a 32 bits java virtual machine, do be downloaded in manual mode Windows Offline (not 64-bits). If the java.com page does not automatically open, please copy manually the following address to your browser: https://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp. Once you will have installed it, you will be ready to configure Edge to in in Internet Explorer mode.
