WhatsApp Error 131000: Unknown error
The message failed to send due to an unspecified error.
What this means
The message failed to send due to an unspecified error.
Why it happens
- Transient, unclassified failure.
How to resolve it
Wait about 10 minutes and retry; raise a support ticket if it keeps happening.
Learn more
See Meta's official reference for WhatsApp error code 131000.
Still stuck?
If the error persists after trying the steps above, note the exact error code (131000) and reach out to support with the message details — the code tells us exactly what WhatsApp rejected.
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