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MicrosoftWindows WinHTTPError code

12172

ERROR_WINHTTP_NOT_INITIALIZED

Alternative forms: 0x00002F8C · 0x2F8C · ERROR_WINHTTP_NOT_INITIALIZED

What does this code mean?

Code 12172 · An issue reported by Windows WinHTTP.

Official explanation · Original text

Obsolete; no longer used.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

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

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Error Messages (Winhttp.h) ↗

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Checked on: 2026-11-12

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