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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

8512

ERROR_DS_INSTALL_NO_SCH_VERSION_IN_INIFILE

Alternative forms: 0x00002140 · 0x2140 · ERROR_DS_INSTALL_NO_SCH_VERSION_IN_INIFILE · 0x80072140

What does this code mean?

Code 8512 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The replica/child install failed to read the objectVersion attribute in the SCHEMA section of the file schema.ini in the system32 directory.

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 (8200-8999) (WinError.h) ↗

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