When the ER:LC API encounters a problem, it returns a JSON response body containing an error code. Use this reference to identify the cause of an error and determine the appropriate action for your application to take.Documentation Index
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Error code table
System errors (0, 1001, 1002)
System errors (0, 1001, 1002)
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
0 | Unknown error occurred. If this persists, contact PRC via an API ticket. |
1001 | An error occurred communicating with Roblox or the in-game private server. |
1002 | An internal system error occurred. |
Authentication errors (2000–2004)
Authentication errors (2000–2004)
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
2000 | You did not provide a server-key. |
2001 | You provided an incorrectly formatted server-key. |
2002 | You provided an invalid or expired server-key. |
2003 | You provided an invalid global API key. |
2004 | Your server-key is currently banned from accessing the API. |
Request errors (3001–3002)
Request errors (3001–3002)
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
3001 | You did not provide a valid command in the request body. |
3002 | The server you are attempting to reach is currently offline (has no players). |
Rate limit and access errors (4001–4003)
Rate limit and access errors (4001–4003)
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
4001 | You are being rate limited. |
4002 | The command you are attempting to run is restricted. |
4003 | The message you are trying to send is prohibited. |
Special codes (9998, 9999)
Special codes (9998, 9999)
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
9998 | The resource you are accessing is restricted. |
9999 | The module running on the in-game server is out of date. |
Handling code 9999
Error code9999 means the in-game module on the ER:LC private server is outdated. To resolve this, kick all players from the private server and retry your request.
Handling code 0
If you receive error code0 (unknown error) and it persists across multiple requests, open an API ticket in the ER:LC Discord server and include the details of your request so the team can investigate.