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How to fix error error-pipe-local in Windows 11
ERROR_PIPE_LOCAL = 229
Fix based on community reports and expert analysis. Last verified: 2026-08-12
· How we verify fixes
| Error Code | error-pipe-local |
|---|---|
| Affected System | Windows 11 (Microsoft) |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Estimated Time | 20 min |
| Requires Admin Rights | ⚠️ Yes |
Solution Steps
- 1 Press Windows key + R, type 'services.msc' and press Enter. This opens the Services window. Look for the service that the application depends on. Common services include 'Windows Management Instrumentation' (Winmgmt) and 'Remote Procedure Call' (RPC). If a service is stopped, right-click it and select 'Start'.
- 2 Check the Windows Event Log for more details. Press Windows key + X and select 'Event Viewer'. Go to 'Windows Logs' → 'Application' and look for error entries around the time the error occurred. The log may indicate which pipe or service failed.
- 3 If the error occurs with a specific application, try reinstalling that application. Uninstall it via Settings → Apps → Installed apps, then download the latest version and install it.
- 4 Run the System File Checker to repair any corrupted system files that might affect services. Open Command Prompt as administrator and run 'sfc /scannow'.
- 5 If the problem persists, use the Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool (DISM) to repair the Windows image. In the same Command Prompt, run 'DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth'.
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