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508

Loop Detected

Server Error
RFC 5842

The server detected an infinite loop while processing the request.

Detailed Information

The 508 status code indicates that the server detected an infinite loop while processing the request. This is often returned when a client attempts to access a resource that is part of a loop.

Common Examples

  • API requests with infinite loops
  • Web page requests with infinite loops

Common Uses

  • API requests with infinite loops
  • Web page requests with infinite loops

Best Practices

  • Use when the server detected an infinite loop while processing the request
  • Include a detailed error message
  • Ensure proper request handling and loop detection

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Category Information

Server Error

The server failed to fulfill an apparently valid request

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