ERROR_INVALID_ID_AUTHORITY - 1343 (0x53F)
The value provided was an invalid value for an identifier authority.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
The error code ERROR_INVALID_ID_AUTHORITY indicates that a value provided was not valid for an identifier authority. Identifier authorities are used in Windows to uniquely identify security principals, such as users and groups.
Error Details
This error typically occurs when the system encounters an invalid identifier authority during operations involving security contexts or access control lists (ACLs). The identifier authority is a component of Security Identifiers (SIDs) that helps distinguish between different types of security principals.
Usage Context
The ERROR_INVALID_ID_AUTHORITY can be encountered in various scenarios, such as when attempting to set permissions on files, directories, or registry keys. It may also appear during operations involving user or group management within the Windows Security subsystem.
Developer Interpretation
Developers should interpret this error code as an indication that a provided identifier authority is not valid for the operation being performed. This could be due to incorrect parameter values, invalid object types, or other issues related to security context handling.
Related Errors
ERROR_INVALID_PARAMETER(1402)ERROR_ACCESS_DENIED(5)ERROR_BAD_NET_NAME(67)
FAQ
Q: What does the error code ERROR_INVALID_ID_AUTHORITY mean?
A: It indicates that a value provided was not valid for an identifier authority.
Q: How can I resolve this issue?
A: Ensure that all parameters and security contexts are correctly specified. Verify that the object types match the expected values and that no corrupted data is present.
Summary
The ERROR_INVALID_ID_AUTHORITY error code signifies a problem with an identifier authority value in Windows operations involving security contexts. Developers should validate input parameters and ensure correct usage of identifiers to avoid this issue.