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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

188

ERROR_INVALID_STARTING_CODESEG

Alternative forms: 0x000000BC · 0xBC · ERROR_INVALID_STARTING_CODESEG · 0x800700BC

What does this code mean?

Code 188 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The operating system cannot run %1.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

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

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

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