WSAEINVALIDPROVIDER - 10105 (0x2779)

Technical Meaning

The WSAEINVALIDPROVIDER error code indicates that a service provider requested by the application is invalid. This typically occurs when an incorrect or unsupported service provider name is passed to functions such as WSPStartup, WSPConnect, or other Windows Sockets API functions.

Error Details

The numeric value of this error is 10105, and its hexadecimal representation is 0x2779. The message associated with this error is 'The requested service provider is invalid.'

Usage Context

This error code can be encountered in various scenarios where a specific service provider is expected or required by the application. For example, when attempting to initialize the Windows Sockets API using an incorrect service provider name, this error will be returned.

Developer Interpretation

When encountering WSAEINVALIDPROVIDER, developers should ensure that they are passing valid and supported service provider names to relevant functions. This includes verifying the correctness of the provider name string and ensuring compatibility with the version of the Windows Sockets API being used.

Related Errors

• WSAEINVAL: Invalid argument passed to a function.
• WSAEPROVIDERFAILEDINIT: Service provider initialization failed.
• WSAENOTSOCK: Socket operation on non-socket.

FAQ

Q: What does WSAEINVALIDPROVIDER mean?

A: It indicates that the service provider requested by the application is invalid. Ensure you are using a valid and supported service provider name.

Q: How can I resolve this error?

A: Verify the correctness of the service provider name passed to functions like WSPStartup. Ensure compatibility with the version of the Windows Sockets API being used.

Summary

WSAEINVALIDPROVIDER is a generic error code indicating an invalid service provider was requested. Developers should validate their input and ensure they are using valid service provider names when working with the Windows Sockets API.