# SYNC161: Local DB unavailable

## What this means[​](#what-this-means "Direct link to What this means")

The local database on this device stopped responding, so actions that need it are paused.

Restart WCPOS to reconnect the local database. Unsaved changes on this device may not have been written; check recent orders after restarting. If it keeps happening, export diagnostics and contact support.

## What to do[​](#what-to-do "Direct link to What to do")

Restart WCPOS; if this keeps happening the local data on this device needs repair. WCPOS does not retry this by itself — retry when you are ready.

## Your data[​](#your-data "Direct link to Your data")

Data on this device may be at risk — do not clear local data. If this persists, export diagnostics and contact WCPOS support.

## Details[​](#details "Direct link to Details")

* **Code:** `SYNC161` (`LOCAL_DB_UNAVAILABLE`)
* **Severity:** error
* **Introduced in:** WCPOS 1.10.0