ERROR_FILE_IDENTITY_NOT_PERSISTENT - 6823 (0x1AA7)
The file cannot be opened transactionally, because its identity depends on the outcome of an unresolved transaction.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
This error indicates that a file operation cannot proceed transactionally because the file's identity is dependent on an unresolved transaction. This means that the file's state or metadata might change as part of a larger, ongoing transaction.
Error Details
The error code ERROR_FILE_IDENTITY_NOT_PERSISTENT (6823, 0x1AA7) signifies that the operation attempted to open a file in a way that requires persistent identity, but this is not possible due to an unresolved transaction. This can occur when attempting to perform operations on files within a transactional context where the file's state might change.
Usage Context
This error typically arises during operations involving transactional file systems or databases where the integrity and consistency of data are critical. It may be encountered in scenarios such as database transactions, journaling filesystems, or other applications that rely on maintaining consistent states across multiple operations.
Developer Interpretation
Developers should understand that this error indicates a dependency issue with the file's identity within an ongoing transaction. This can prevent certain operations from completing successfully until the transaction is resolved. Developers should ensure that their code handles such scenarios gracefully, possibly by retrying the operation after resolving any pending transactions.
Related Errors
ERROR_TRANSACTION_INTEGRITY_FAILURE(6824, 0x1AA8)ERROR_TRANSACTION_NOT_ACTIVE(6835, 0x1B0F)
FAQ
Q: What does the error mean?
A: The file cannot be opened transactionally because its identity depends on an unresolved transaction.
Q: How can I resolve this issue?
A: Ensure that any ongoing transactions are completed before attempting to open or modify the file. If necessary, retry the operation after resolving the transaction.
Summary
The ERROR_FILE_IDENTITY_NOT_PERSISTENT error indicates a dependency on an unresolved transaction when performing operations that require persistent identity. Developers should handle such scenarios by ensuring all transactions are resolved before proceeding with critical file operations.