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MicrosoftWindows Win32Warning or status code

678

ERROR_RXACT_COMMIT_NECESSARY

Alternative forms: 0x000002A6 · 0x2A6 · ERROR_RXACT_COMMIT_NECESSARY · 0x800702A6

What does this code mean?

Code 678 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

This entry includes warnings or status values that are not errors. Check the original documentation for the conditions under which they are returned.

Official explanation · Original text

This warning level status indicates that the transaction state already exists for the registry sub-tree, but that a transaction commit was previously aborted. The commit has NOT been completed, but has not been rolled back either (so it may still be committed if desired).

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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