HTTP 423 Locked vs 522 Connection Timed Out
HTTP 423 (Locked) is a 4xx Client Error response, while 522 (Connection Timed Out) is a 5xx Server Error response. 423 indicates that the resource is locked and cannot be modified (WebDAV). In contrast, 522 means that cloudflare-specific. TCP connection to the origin server timed out.
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
Cloudflare-specific. TCP connection to the origin server timed out.
When You See It
When the origin server is overloaded or network issues prevent connection.
How to Fix
Check origin server health. Verify firewall rules. Check for network congestion.
Key Differences
423 is a 4xx Client Error response, while 522 is a 5xx Server Error response.
HTTP 423: The resource is locked and cannot be modified (WebDAV).
HTTP 522: Cloudflare-specific. TCP connection to the origin server timed out.
You encounter 423 when when trying to edit a file that another user has locked in WebDAV.
You encounter 522 when when the origin server is overloaded or network issues prevent connection.
When to Use Which
For 423 (Locked): Wait for the lock to be released, or request the lock owner to unlock it. For 522 (Connection Timed Out): Check origin server health. Verify firewall rules. Check for network congestion.