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Cake Wallet error messages: meaning and fix

Find the exact text of your Cake Wallet error below to see what it means and how to fix it. Most errors are solved by letting the wallet finish syncing, switching to another node, waiting for funds to unlock, or re-entering a seed with the correct type and word order. Every message on this page was found in Cake Wallet's documentation or source code.

Quick steps

  1. Copy the exact error text. Write down or screenshot the full message, including any code or number.
  2. Find it in the index. Search this page for a distinctive part of the message and read its meaning.
  3. Apply the basic fixes. Let the wallet sync, switch to another node, and force close and reopen the app.
  4. Apply the specific fix. Follow the fix listed for your message, such as waiting for locked funds or correcting the seed type.
  5. Update the app. Install the latest version from an official source, since many errors are fixed in newer releases.
  6. Contact official support. If the error remains, send the exact text, app version and device to Cake Wallet support. Never include your seed.

This index lists error messages exactly as they appear in Cake Wallet's documentation or in the English text of the app's open-source code, as of October 2026. Placeholders such as amounts or names are shown as "N" or "…". Wording can differ slightly between versions. If your message is not here, the general fixes on the troubleshooting hub still apply.

Sync and connection

MessageMeaningFix
DISCONNECTED, NOT CONNECTEDThe node cannot be reachedChange network or VPN, then change node (sync guide)
ATTEMPTING SYNC for a long timeThe node is not serving dataSwitch to another node
TIMED OUT, UNSUPPORTED NODEThe node stopped responding or lacks needed featuresChoose another node
Tor connection timeoutBuilt-in Tor could not connectRetry, or turn Tor off and use a clearnet node
Internal error: Failed to get earliest fork heightMonero node problemTry a different node, restart the app, turn off Tor or VPN (Cake Wallet docs)
Node port can only contain numbers between 0 and 65535Invalid port in the custom node formEnter only the port number (custom node)
Please wait until your wallet is synchronizedYou tried to swap before sync finishedWait for sync

Sending and balances

MessageMeaningFix
Error: the wallet is not syncedMonero wallet is still syncingKeep the app open until synced; switch to another node if stuck
not enough money to transfer, available only …Part of your Monero balance is locked changeWait about 20 minutes (10 blocks) and retry (balance guide)
This payment would be split into N transactions. Send smaller transaction to yourself first.Too many small Monero inputs for one transactionSend a smaller amount to yourself to combine inputs, then retry
transaction <> was rejected by daemon with statusThe Monero node refused the transactionTry another node and restart. View-only wallets cannot send
Not enough inputs available. Please select more under Coin ControlCoins are deselected or frozenSelect or unfreeze more coins in Coin Control
Insufficient funds to successfully execute transaction.Balance too low for amount plus feeLower the amount or add funds
Transaction rejected because you are trying to spend funds that have relative time lock …Some coins are still time-lockedWait and retry, or exclude those coins in Coin Control
Transaction failed to broadcast, please try again in a secondNo peer accepted the broadcastWait a moment and retry
Transaction commit failed. Please contact support.The transaction could not be finalisedForce close, sync, retry; then contact support
Commit error (Litecoin)Litecoin send failedForce close, finish sync, resend (Cake Wallet docs)
Swipe to send does nothingApp or sync issueUpdate, force close, finish sync; then contact support with device and app version

Bitcoin fees, RBF and dust

MessageMeaningFix
Error: Transaction submission failedUsually the fee was too lowResend with a higher fee; bump a stuck send (pending guide)
Transaction has unconfirmed inputs and failed to replace by fee.RBF is not possible because inputs are unconfirmedWait for confirmation
Cannot send transaction with 0 fee. Try increasing the rate or checking your connection for latest estimates.No fee estimate was loadedCheck the connection or set a custom rate
Transaction rejected by network rules, low output amount (dust). Please increase the amount.Amount too small to sendSend more
Transaction rejected by network rules, low change amount (dust). Try sending ALL or reducing the amount.Leftover change would be too smallSend all, or reduce the amount
Invalid argument(s): Duplicate TxOut:Bitcoin or Litecoin wallet state problemForce close and restart; if it persists, back up the seed and restore (Cake Wallet docs)

Ethereum, Solana and tokens

MessageMeaningFix
RPCError: got code -32000 with msg "execution reverted"The EVM node or contract rejected the callTry another node, force close and restart; contact support if it continues
You do not have enough SOL to cover the transaction and its transaction fee. …Not enough SOL for feesAdd SOL or send less
There is no associated token account for this address.Solana recipient has no account for that tokenCheck the address with the recipient

Seeds, restore and backups

MessageMeaningFix
Seed verification failed, please make sure you entered the correct seed with the correct words orderMonero seed does not check outCheck spelling, order and seed type
ChecksumMismatchExceptionOne word is wrong or out of orderCompare every word with your backup; confirm coin and seed type
Bitcoin mnemonic has incorrect format. Mnemonic should contain 12 or 24 words separated by space.Wrong word count or formatEnter the full phrase with single spaces
EVM mnemonic has an invalid checksum. Please check the seed phrase for typos.A typo or wrong wordCheck each word
Format exception: Unexpected extension byteIncomplete seedEnter all 25 words (Monero) or 12 (Electrum Bitcoin)
Incorrect seed lengthWord count does not match the typeCheck the type with our seed type checker
This is not a valid backup file, please make sure you have selected the correct oneWrong or altered fileSelect the original Cake Wallet backup file
BadChecksum, checksum mismatchBackup file damaged or incompleteGet a fresh copy, use the backup password (not your PIN), or restore from seeds
The files for this wallet are corrupted and are unable to be opened. …Local wallet files are damagedView and save the seed, then restore the wallet
MyMonero migration error 523MyMonero's servers are offlineRestore the MyMonero seed directly (MyMonero guide)

Cake Wallet's docs add that you should never share your recovery phrase with anyone, including people claiming to be support.

Swaps, buying and Cake Pay

MessageMeaningFix
None of the selected providers can make this swap (docs: None of the provided exchanges can make this exchange)No provider offers the pair or amountCheck deselected providers, region and maintenance; try each provider (swap guide)
Trade not created, Trade for … is not created.The provider refused the trade, often over limitsChange the amount or provider
Finding provider that never endsNo provider is quoting that pair and amount nowChange the amount, turn off fixed rate, try later
Could not load quotes, No providers found for …No buy or sell quote availableTry another fiat currency or payment method (buy and sell)
Error: Load failed (Onramper)Connection to the provider failedTurn off the VPN or change network, retry later
Error: Exception (Cake Pay)A second purchase was made too soonWait until the previous Monero transaction appears, then retry

PIN and hardware wallets

MessageMeaningFix
Wrong PINIncorrect app PINRe-enter carefully; repeated failures add a delay
Failed to connect to your Ledger. Please try again.No connection to the LedgerReconnect by USB or Bluetooth and unlock it
Please make sure you opened the right app on your ledgerWrong coin app openOpen the matching app on the Ledger (hardware guide)

A SHA-256 mismatch on a downloaded file means it is incomplete or tampered with. Do not install it; download again from the official release page and check it with our download checker.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'the wallet is not synced' mean in Cake Wallet?

The Monero wallet has not finished scanning the blockchain. Keep the app open until sync finishes, and switch to another node if it stays stuck.

Why does Cake Wallet say not enough money when I have a balance?

On Monero, change from your last send is locked for about 10 blocks, roughly 20 minutes. Wait and try again.

What does ChecksumMismatchException mean?

One word in your seed is misspelled, missing or in the wrong place, or you chose the wrong coin or seed type.

Why does my backup file fail to restore?

The file may be the wrong one, altered or incomplete, or you used your PIN instead of the backup password. Use a fresh copy or restore from your seed.

Where do these error messages come from?

Each one was found in Cake Wallet's documentation or in the English text and code of the open-source app as of October 2026.