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MicrosoftWindows WinHTTPError code

12182

ERROR_WINHTTP_HEADER_SIZE_OVERFLOW

Alternative forms: 0x00002F96 · 0x2F96 · ERROR_WINHTTP_HEADER_SIZE_OVERFLOW

What does this code mean?

Code 12182 · An issue reported by Windows WinHTTP.

Official explanation · Original text

Returned by WinHttpReceiveResponse when the size of headers received exceeds the limit for the request handle.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

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

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