ERROR_RXACT_STATE_CREATED - 701 (0x2BD)
This informational level status indicates that a specified registry sub-tree transaction state did not yet exist and had to be created.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
The ERROR_RXACT_STATE_CREATED error code, with the numeric value of 701 and the hexadecimal representation of 0x2BD, is an informational status code. It indicates that a specified registry sub-tree transaction state did not exist prior to the operation and had to be created as part of the process.
Error Details
This error typically occurs during operations involving Windows Registry transactions. When a transactional operation is initiated on a registry key or sub-tree, the system checks if the necessary transaction state already exists. If it does not, the state must be created before proceeding with the operation. This creation of the transaction state is marked by this informational status code.
Usage Context
The ERROR_RXACT_STATE_CREATED error can appear in various scenarios where registry transactions are involved. Common operations that might trigger this include:
- Creating a new sub-tree within the Windows Registry.
- Initiating a transactional operation on a previously untransactional key or sub-tree.
- Performing operations that require the establishment of a transaction context for the first time.
Developer Interpretation
Developers should interpret this error as an indication that the necessary transaction state was created during the execution of their operation. This is typically not indicative of an error in the application's logic but rather a normal part of the process when working with registry transactions. Developers can safely ignore this status code unless it appears in contexts where such operations are unexpected or required to be handled differently.
Related Errors
ERROR_TXN_BEYOND_LIMIT(8003): Indicates that a transactional operation exceeded the system's transaction limit.ERROR_TXN_NOT_ACTIVE(8002): Indicates that a transactional operation was attempted on an inactive transaction context.ERROR_TXN_INACTIVE(8004): Indicates that a transaction is not active and cannot be committed or rolled back.
FAQ
Q: What does the ERROR_RXACT_STATE_CREATED error mean?
A: It indicates that a registry sub-tree transaction state was created during an operation because it did not exist prior to the operation.
Q: Is this error critical?
A: No, it is informational and typically not indicative of a problem. However, its appearance in unexpected contexts may require further investigation.
Q: How can I handle this error in my application?
A: Since this is an informational status code, no specific handling is required unless the operation context demands it. Simply continue with your application logic as usual.
Summary
The ERROR_RXACT_STATE_CREATED (701) error code is an informational status that indicates a registry transaction state was created during an operation because it did not exist prior to the operation. This is a normal part of the process and typically does not require any action from developers unless it appears in unexpected contexts.