DNS_ERROR_NO_ZONE_INFO - 9602 (0x2582)
DNS zone information not available.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
The DNS_ERROR_NO_ZONE_INFO error code indicates that the necessary zone information required for a Domain Name System (DNS) operation is not available. This typically suggests that there might be an issue with DNS configuration or service availability.
Error Details
This error code is returned when a DNS-related function fails to retrieve the necessary zone data, which could be due to various reasons such as misconfiguration, network issues, or service unavailability.
Usage Context
The DNS_ERROR_NO_ZONE_INFO error can occur in scenarios where a DNS client attempts to resolve a domain name and requires specific zone information. This might happen during operations like DNS query resolution, zone transfer, or when querying authoritative DNS servers for specific records.
Developer Interpretation
When encountering this error code, developers should consider the following:
- Verify that the DNS server is correctly configured and accessible.
- Ensure that the necessary zones are properly defined and available on the DNS server.
- Check network connectivity between the client and the DNS server.
- Validate that the domain name being queried exists in a valid zone.
Related Errors
DNS_ERROR_NO_SUCH_DOMAIN(12019, 0x4BFF): Indicates that the specified domain does not exist.DNS_ERROR_BAD_NAME_FORMAT(12018, 0x4BEA): Suggests an invalid or improperly formatted domain name was used.
FAQ
Q: What causes DNS_ERROR_NO_ZONE_INFO?
A: This error can occur due to misconfiguration of the DNS server, network issues preventing access to the DNS server, or the absence of a valid zone containing the queried domain name.
Q: How can I resolve this issue?
A: Ensure that the DNS server is correctly configured and accessible. Verify that the necessary zones are defined on the DNS server and that the client has proper network connectivity to reach the server.
Summary
The DNS_ERROR_NO_ZONE_INFO error code indicates a failure in retrieving required zone information for DNS operations. Developers should focus on verifying DNS configuration, ensuring network availability, and confirming the existence of valid zones containing the queried domain names.