Client Error

HTTP 409

Conflict

The request conflicts with the current state of the server resource.

What This Means

Your request would cause a conflict—like creating a duplicate, editing a deleted resource, or version mismatch.

Common Causes

Duplicate unique key (email already exists)

Optimistic locking version mismatch

Editing a resource that was deleted

Concurrent modifications

How to Fix It

1

Check for existing resources before creating

2

Refresh and retry with latest version

3

Handle concurrent edit scenarios

4

Use idempotency keys for retries

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTTP 409 Conflict mean?

Your request would cause a conflict—like creating a duplicate, editing a deleted resource, or version mismatch.

How do I fix a 409 error?

Check for existing resources before creating Refresh and retry with latest version Handle concurrent edit scenarios Use idempotency keys for retries

Is a 409 error my fault?

Yes, 409 is a client error. This means the issue is with the request being sent, not the server.