Error Code 101 | Download error

Industry

Gaming

Canonical

/gaming/error-codes/error-code-101/

Last Updated

Feb 25, 2026

Summary

This code indicates that a Steam download could not be completed successfully.

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What This Code Means

Error Code 101 appears when a download process fails during transfer or validation. The issue relates to data delivery rather than licensing or account status. It does not imply corrupted content. Downloads may stop partway through. Service or connectivity conditions may affect completion.

Where Users Usually See This Code

Game or update downloads
Download progress interruptions
Error notifications during downloads

Why This Code Appears

Download interruption
Data transfer inconsistency
Temporary service instability

What Typically Happens Next

Download stops
Content remains incomplete
Retry may be required later

What This Code Is Not

It is not a payment decline
It is not an account restriction
It is not a license error

Troubleshooting Checklist

□ Retry download later
□ Monitor download behavior
□ Observe system notifications

Notes And Edge Cases

Large downloads are more susceptible to interruptions. Some downloads resume automatically.

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