The error code 0x0000046A translates to “ERROR_NOT_ ENOUGH_SERVER_STORAGE” in Windows systems. This indicates that a server you’re trying to connect to doesn’t have enough available storage space to process your request. Here’s how to approach this error:

Identify the Server:

• The first step is to determine which server you were trying to connect to when the error occurred. It could be a file server, a printer server, or any server you were interacting with that requires storage space.

Possible Causes:

• Server Storage Capacity Reached:

  • The most likely reason is that the server’s storage is full, and it can’t accommodate your request (uploading a file, printing a document, etc.).

• Temporary Server Issue:

  • In rare cases, the server might be experiencing temporary storage issues due to software glitches or maintenance processes.

Troubleshooting Steps:

Here’s what you can try depending on the server you’re connecting to:

• For Personal Servers (Home Network):

  • If the server is a personal file server or printer on your home network, you might have access to manage its storage.
    • Check the server’s storage usage and free up space by deleting unnecessary files or transferring them to another location.
  • If you don’t have direct access to manage the server, contact the person who does (e.g., family member, roommate) and explain the issue.

• For Network/Company Servers:

  • You likely won’t have direct access to manage storage on a network or company server.
  • The best course of action is to contact the network administrator or IT department. They can investigate the server’s storage situation and take steps to free up space or resolve any temporary issues.

Additional Tips:

• Reduce File Size (if applicable):

  • If you were trying to upload a file that caused the error, consider reducing its size (compression, removing unnecessary data) before attempting to upload it again.

• Alternative Servers (if available):

  • If the specific server is unavailable due to storage issues, inquire with the network administrator about alternative servers you could use for the same task (uploading files, printing documents, etc.).

• Error Message Details:

  • In some cases, the error message might provide more specific details about the server or the type of storage limitation encountered. This information can help the network administrator pinpoint the issue more precisely.

By following these steps and depending on the context of the server you were connecting to, you should be able to address the storage limitations causing the 0x0000046A error. Remember, contacting the network administrator is essential for resolving issues related to network or company servers.