HTTP 423 Locked vs 508 Loop Detected
HTTP 423 (Locked) is a 4xx Client Error response, while 508 (Loop Detected) is a 5xx Server Error response. 423 indicates that the resource is locked and cannot be modified (WebDAV). In contrast, 508 means that the server detected an infinite loop while processing the request (WebDAV).
Description
The resource is locked and cannot be modified (WebDAV).
When You See It
When trying to edit a file that another user has locked in WebDAV.
How to Fix
Wait for the lock to be released, or request the lock owner to unlock it.
Description
The server detected an infinite loop while processing the request (WebDAV).
When You See It
When WebDAV encounters circular references in bindings.
How to Fix
Fix the circular reference in the WebDAV configuration.
Key Differences
423 is a 4xx Client Error response, while 508 is a 5xx Server Error response.
HTTP 423: The resource is locked and cannot be modified (WebDAV).
HTTP 508: The server detected an infinite loop while processing the request (WebDAV).
You encounter 423 when when trying to edit a file that another user has locked in WebDAV.
You encounter 508 when when WebDAV encounters circular references in bindings.
When to Use Which
For 423 (Locked): Wait for the lock to be released, or request the lock owner to unlock it. For 508 (Loop Detected): Fix the circular reference in the WebDAV configuration.