ERROR_CTX_CONSOLE_CONNECT - 7042 (0x1B82)
Reconnecting a disconnected session to the console is not supported.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
The error code ERROR_CTX_CONSOLE_CONNECT with the numeric value 7042 and hexadecimal representation 0x1B82 indicates that an attempt to reconnect a disconnected session to the console has failed due to limitations in the system's capability.
Error Details
This specific error is encountered when trying to re-establish a connection between a user session and the console. The operation is not supported, implying that the underlying mechanisms or policies do not allow such a reconnection once a session has been terminated.
Usage Context
This error typically occurs in scenarios where a user session on a Windows system has been disconnected from the console for various reasons, such as network disconnection, system shutdown, or explicit termination. The attempt to reconnect this session back to the console is not feasible due to inherent limitations within the operating system.
Developer Interpretation
Developers should interpret this error code as an indication that certain operations related to re-establishing a user session with the console are not supported by the current implementation of the Windows API. This could be due to security policies, resource management constraints, or design decisions made by Microsoft.
Related Errors
ERROR_CTX_WINSTATION_NAME_INVALID(0x80060014)ERROR_CTX_CLIENT_QUERY_TIMEOUT(0x80060023)ERROR_CTX_CLOSE_PENDING(0x8006005C)
FAQ
Q: What does the error code 7042 mean?
A: The error code 7042, or ERROR_CTX_CONSOLE_CONNECT, indicates that an attempt to reconnect a disconnected session to the console is not supported.
Q: Can this error be resolved by adjusting system settings?
A: No, this error is related to limitations in the Windows API and cannot typically be resolved through system settings adjustments. Developers should focus on ensuring proper handling of session disconnection and reconnection scenarios within their applications.
Summary
The ERROR_CTX_CONSOLE_CONNECT error code (7042) signifies that reconnecting a disconnected user session to the console is not supported by the current implementation of Windows API. This limitation is inherent in the system design and should be accounted for when developing applications that interact with user sessions on Windows systems.