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ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_DELETE - 13841 (0x3611)

Error processing Delete Payload.

Updated: Feb 21, 2026

Technical Meaning

The error code 13841 (0x3611) is returned when the Windows IPsec implementation encounters an issue while processing a Delete Payload during Internet Key Exchange (IKE) negotiations. This payload is used to terminate Security Associations (SAs) or other security-related operations.

Error Details

The error signifies that there was a problem in handling the Delete Payload, which could be due to various reasons such as invalid parameters, corrupted data, or unsupported operations within the IPsec framework.

Usage Context

This error is typically encountered during the negotiation and management of Security Associations (SAs) between two endpoints using the Internet Key Exchange version 2 (IKEv2). The Delete Payload is used to initiate the teardown process for an SA, and any issues in processing this payload can lead to this specific error.

Developer Interpretation

When encountering 13841, developers should interpret it as a failure in the IPsec IKE negotiation process specifically related to the handling of the Delete Payload. This could indicate that there is an issue with the input parameters, corrupted data, or unsupported operations within the context of the SA being terminated.

Related Errors

  • ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_AUTH (13842): Authentication failure during payload processing.
  • ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_KEY_EXCHANGE (13840): Key exchange process error.
  • ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_SA (13839): Security Association processing error.

    FAQ

    Q: What does the Error_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_DELETE error mean?

    A: It indicates a problem encountered while processing a Delete Payload during IPsec IKE negotiations. This could be due to invalid parameters, corrupted data, or unsupported operations.

    Q: How can I troubleshoot this issue?

    A: Review the context of the negotiation and ensure that all input parameters are valid and correctly formatted. Verify that there is no corruption in the payload data and check if the operation is supported within the current configuration.

    Summary

    The Error_IPSEC_IKE_PROCESS_ERR_DELETE error code signifies a failure in processing a Delete Payload during IPsec IKE negotiations, which could be due to various issues such as invalid parameters or corrupted data. Developers should focus on validating input parameters and ensuring that all operations are supported within the current configuration.