131047
WhatsApp error 131047 The 24-hour reply window has closed
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Sending and connection errors
Short answer
More than 24 hours have passed since the recipient last replied to your number, so a regular message was not accepted. A template message is needed to reach them instead.
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2026-08-24
Official source
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- Karl Failed 131047The 24-hour reply window has closed
How to fix it
- Send the recipient a template message instead of the regular message.
Meta's official wording for this code
Description
More than 24 hours have passed since the recipient last replied to the sender number.
Meta's suggested solution
Send the recipient a template message instead.
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Common questions about this code
What does WhatsApp error 131047 mean?
More than 24 hours have passed since the recipient last replied to your number, so a regular message was not accepted. A template message is needed to reach them instead.
Can I just send the message again?
Not before the cause is addressed. Complete the steps above, then send again.
Is this a problem with my account?
You resolve this from your own account settings.
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