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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

566

ERROR_THREAD_NOT_IN_PROCESS

Alternative forms: 0x00000236 · 0x236 · ERROR_THREAD_NOT_IN_PROCESS · 0x80070236

What does this code mean?

Code 566 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

An attempt was made to operate on a thread within a specific process, but the thread specified is not in the process specified.

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 (500-999) (WinError.h) ↗

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