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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

14001

ERROR_SXS_CANT_GEN_ACTCTX

Alternative forms: 0x000036B1 · 0x36B1 · ERROR_SXS_CANT_GEN_ACTCTX · 0x800736B1

What does this code mean?

Code 14001 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the command-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.

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 (12000-15999) (WinError.h) ↗

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