ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_MM_DELAY_DROP - 13814 (0x35F6)

Technical Meaning

The ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_MM_DELAY_DROP error code, with the numeric value of 13814 and the hexadecimal representation of 0x35F6, indicates that a negotiation process in the Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) Internet Key Exchange (IKE) module has taken too long to complete.

Error Details

This error is specific to the IPsec/IKE subsystem within Windows. It suggests that during an IKE negotiation, the system did not receive a timely response from the peer or exceeded a predefined timeout threshold. This can occur in various scenarios where IPsec policies are being established or updated between two endpoints.

Usage Context

This error is typically encountered when configuring or troubleshooting IPsec connections on Windows systems. It may be relevant during the initial setup of an IPsec tunnel, policy updates, or when attempting to establish a secure connection over IKEv1 or IKEv2 protocols.

Developer Interpretation

Developers should interpret this error as an indication that the negotiation process has failed due to excessive latency. This could be caused by network congestion, misconfigured policies, or issues with the peer's IPsec implementation. Developers may need to adjust timeout settings, verify network conditions, and ensure that all parties involved in the negotiation are correctly configured.

Related Errors

• ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_FAILED (13820 - 0x35F4): Indicates a failure during the IKE negotiation process but does not specify timing issues.
• ERROR_IPSEC_KEY_USAGE_MISMATCH (13869 - 0x37E5): Suggests that there is a mismatch in key usage between peers, which might indirectly contribute to delays.

FAQ

Q: What causes the ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_MM_DELAY_DROP?

A: The error typically occurs when the IKE negotiation process exceeds a predefined timeout threshold. This can be due to network latency, misconfigured policies, or issues with the peer's IPsec implementation.

Q: How can I troubleshoot this issue?

A: Review the network conditions and ensure that all parties involved in the negotiation are correctly configured. Adjusting timeout settings might also help resolve the issue.

Summary

The ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_MM_DELAY_DROP error code is a generic indication of excessive latency during an IKE negotiation process within the IPsec subsystem on Windows systems. Developers should interpret this as a need to investigate network conditions and policy configurations to ensure timely completion of negotiations.