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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

167

ERROR_LOCK_FAILED

Alternative forms: 0x000000A7 · 0xA7 · ERROR_LOCK_FAILED · 0x800700A7

What does this code mean?

Code 167 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

Unable to lock a region of a file.

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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