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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

1293

ERROR_PROCESS_IS_PROTECTED

Alternative forms: 0x0000050D · 0x50D · ERROR_PROCESS_IS_PROTECTED · 0x8007050D

What does this code mean?

Code 1293 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

Either the target process, or the target thread's containing process, is a protected process.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

First check that the document's product, version, and environment match your situation.

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System Error Codes (1000-1299) (WinError.h) ↗

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