ERROR_NO_SECRETS - 8620 (0x21AC)

Technical Meaning

The ERROR_NO_SECRETS error code indicates that the local account store does not contain any secret material for the specified account. This typically means that there is no password or other form of secret associated with the given user account.

Error Details

• Error Name: ERROR_NO_SECRETS
• Numeric Code: 8620 (0x21AC)
• Short Description: The local account store does not contain secret material for the specified account.

This error is often encountered when an application or system attempt to retrieve or verify secrets associated with a user account, such as passwords or other authentication-related information. If no such secrets are present in the local account store, this error will be returned.

Usage Context

The ERROR_NO_SECRETS error can occur in various contexts where secret material is expected to exist for an account, including but not limited to:

• Authentication processes
• Password validation
• Secure data retrieval

Developer Interpretation

Developers should interpret this error as indicating that the specified user account does not have any associated secrets. This could mean several things depending on the context in which it is encountered:

• The account may be a local administrator or guest account, which typically do not store passwords.
• The account might be a domain account where no secret material has been set.
• There could be an issue with the account's configuration or setup that prevents secrets from being stored.

Related Errors

• ERROR_NO_SUCH_USER (1768): Indicates that the specified user does not exist in the local account store.
• ERROR_INVALID_PASSWORD (1903): Occurs when an invalid password is provided for a user account.
• ERROR_ACCOUNT_DISABLED (2250): Indicates that the specified user account has been disabled and cannot be used.

FAQ

Q: What does ERROR_NO_SECRETS mean?

A: It means that no secret material, such as passwords, is associated with the specified user account in the local account store.

Q: How can I resolve this error?

A: Ensure that the user account has been properly configured and that any required secrets are stored. If the account does not require a password or other form of secret, ensure that your application logic accounts for this scenario.

Summary

The ERROR_NO_SECRETS error code is used to indicate that no secret material exists for a specified user account in the local account store. Developers should handle this error by ensuring proper account configuration and verifying that all necessary secrets are present before attempting operations that require them.