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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

139

ERROR_SUBST_TO_SUBST

Alternative forms: 0x0000008B · 0x8B · ERROR_SUBST_TO_SUBST · 0x8007008B

What does this code mean?

Code 139 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The system tried to substitute a drive to a directory on a substituted drive.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

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

Source and terms of use

System Error Codes (0-499) (WinError.h) ↗

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