The error code we provided, 0x0000065E, translates to ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_TYPE. This error message indicates that a program encountered a data type that it doesn’t recognize or isn’t programmed to handle.

Here’s a breakdown of the issue and troubleshooting steps to address the ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_TYPE error:

Understanding Unsupported Data Types:

• Programs are designed to work with specific data types (e.g., numbers, text, dates). Sometimes, a program might encounter data in a format it’s not equipped to process.

Why You See ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_TYPE:

• There are a couple of reasons why you might see the ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_TYPE error:

  • External Data Source: The program might be trying to process data from an external source (file, web service) that uses a data format the program doesn’t understand.
  • Corrupted Data: In rare cases, corrupted data within the program itself might become unrecognizable, leading to the unsupported type error.

Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Identify Data Source:

   • If the error is related to external data, try to identify the source of the data (file, web service) and understand its format.

2. Data Format Conversion (if possible):

   • If the external data source format is identified, see if there are tools or methods to convert the data into a format supported by the program. For instance, you might be able to convert a special spreadsheet file to a common CSV (comma-separated values) format that many programs can understand.

3. Check Program Documentation:

   • The program’s documentation or help files might specify the data types it supports. This can help you identify if the encountered data type is truly unsupported or if there’s an alternative way to represent the data for the program to process.

4. Software Updates:

   • Keeping your software applications updated can help ensure they have the latest compatibility features or bug fixes related to data handling. Install any available updates for the program you’re using.

5. Software Vendor Support:

   • If none of the above steps resolve the issue, consider reaching out to the software vendor’s support for further guidance. They might be aware of workarounds for unsupported data types or limitations of the program’s data handling capabilities.

Additional Tips:

• If you’re encountering this error with custom-developed software, the developer or programmer responsible for the code would be the best resource for understanding why specific data types are unsupported. They might be able to suggest modifications to the program or alternative ways to provide data in a format it can process.

By understanding the concept of supported data types and the reasons behind the ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_TYPE error, you can potentially identify the cause of the issue. If it’s related to external data, see if you can convert it to a supported format. Keeping software updated and consulting the software vendor’s support are also recommended steps when facing this error.