ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_PENDING - 13803 (0x35EB)

Technical Meaning

The ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_PENDING error code indicates that an Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) Internet Key Exchange (IKE) negotiation is in progress. This typically means that the system is currently engaged in establishing a secure connection or key exchange between two endpoints.

Error Details

This error code is returned when the IPsec stack encounters a situation where it cannot complete its operation immediately because an IKE negotiation is ongoing. The negotiation process involves setting up security associations and exchanging cryptographic keys, which can take some time to complete.

Usage Context

The ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_PENDING error code is commonly encountered in scenarios involving IPsec policies and configurations where the system is attempting to establish a secure connection over an IPsec tunnel or endpoint. It may also appear when configuring or modifying IPsec settings, as these actions can trigger IKE negotiations.

Developer Interpretation

When this error is returned, it suggests that the operation cannot be completed immediately due to ongoing IKE negotiations. Developers should handle such errors by retrying the operation after a suitable delay, ensuring that the negotiation process has had sufficient time to complete.

Related Errors

• ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESSING (13804): Indicates that an IPsec processing error occurred during the IKE phase of the connection setup.
• ERROR_IPSEC_KEY_USAGE_MISMATCH (13795): Occurs when there is a mismatch in key usage between the local and remote endpoints during IKE negotiations.

FAQ

Q: What does the ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_PENDING error mean?

A: It indicates that an IPsec IKE negotiation is currently in progress, preventing immediate completion of the operation.

Q: How should I handle this error in my code?

A: Retry the operation after a delay to allow the IKE negotiation to complete.

Summary

The ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_PENDING error signifies that an IPsec IKE negotiation is ongoing, which can prevent immediate completion of certain operations. Developers should be prepared to handle this error by retrying their operations after appropriate delays.