ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL - 229 (0xE5)

Technical Meaning

The ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL error code indicates that a pipe operation is local to the current process or machine. This means that the operation was not performed over a network but rather within the same system.

Error Details

• Error Name: ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL
• Numeric Code: 229 (0xE5)
• Short Description: The pipe is local.

Usage Context

This error code is typically returned by functions related to named pipes in the Windows API. Named pipes are a form of inter-process communication (IPC) that allows processes on the same machine or across a network to communicate with each other.

Developer Interpretation

When this error is encountered, it means that the operation attempted was expected to be performed over a network pipe but instead found that the pipe is local. This could indicate an incorrect assumption about the nature of the pipe being used or an issue in the application's logic regarding IPC.

Related Errors

• ERROR_PIPE_BUSY: The pipe is busy with other requests and its buffer space has been exhausted.
• ERROR_NO_DATA: There is no data to process at the specified pipe.
• ERROR_PIPE_CONNECTED: A client attempt was made to connect to a server that already has an established connection.

FAQ

Q: What does ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL mean?

A: It indicates that a pipe operation is local to the current process or machine, meaning it did not involve network communication.

Q: How can I handle this error in my application?

A: Ensure that your application correctly identifies whether a named pipe should be used locally or over a network. Check the context and parameters before performing operations on pipes.

Summary

The ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL error code is specific to Windows API functions dealing with named pipes. It signifies that an operation was expected to use a remote pipe but found a local one instead, which can occur in scenarios where network communication assumptions are incorrect.