Understanding common errors

Last updated on June 12, 2024

Encountering an error code during a transaction can be frustrating. This guide will help you understand common Vibrant error codes and how to address them.

  • 05 - Declined: The issuing bank has declined the transaction. This can happen due to insufficient funds, expired card, or other security concerns.

  • 12 - Invalid Transaction: This code typically indicates an invalid transaction format. It could mean the transaction request is missing or has incorrect data.

  • 13 - Amount Error: The transaction amount is incorrect.

  • 14 - Invalid Card Number: The card number entered does not match any issued card.

  • 30 - Card Issuer Unavailable: The card issuer system is not available to authorize the transaction.

  • 41 - Lost Card: The card has been reported lost.

  • 43 - Stolen Card: The card has been reported stolen.

  • 51 - Insufficient Funds: The card does not have enough funds to cover the transaction amount.

  • 54 - Invalid Expiration Date: The expiration date entered is incorrect or the card is expired.

  • 55 - Incorrect PIN: The cardholder has entered an incorrect PIN.

  • 57 - Transaction Not Permitted to Cardholder: The card issuer has not permitted this type of transaction for the cardholder.

  • 58 - Transaction Not Permitted to Terminal: The merchant or terminal is not permitted to process this type of transaction.

  • 59 - Suspected Fraud: The transaction is flagged as potentially fraudulent.

  • 61 - Exceeds Withdrawal Limit: The transaction amount exceeds the withdrawal limit set by the card issuer.

  • 62 - Restricted Card: The card is restricted by the issuing bank.

  • 75 - PIN Tries Exceeded: The cardholder has exceeded the allowed number of PIN entry attempts.

  • 91 - No Response: The payment processor or the bank did not respond in time.

  • 94 - Duplicate Transaction: The transaction appears to be a duplicate of a previous one.

  • 96 - Network Error/System Malfunction: There was an issue with the network connection between the payment terminal and the payment processor, or an internal error in the payment processing system.

  • 101 - Declined - Contact Issuer: The transaction has been declined by the issuer, and the cardholder should contact their bank for more details.

  • 104 - Timeout: The transaction timed out waiting for a response from the payment processor.

  • 127 - Authorisation Declined: The authorisation request was declined by the card issuer.

  • 1A - Refer to Issuer: The cardholder should contact their card issuer for more information.

  • 1C - Card Not Supported: The card being used is not supported by the payment terminal or processor.

Troubleshooting Steps
  1. Verify Card Information: Double-check the card number, expiration date, and security code (CVV) entered on the payment terminal.

  2. Check Network Connection: Ensure the payment terminal has a stable internet connection or proper connection to the network.

  3. Retry the Transaction: Attempt the transaction again, as temporary issues such as network glitches or system delays may resolve on retry.

  4. Contact Issuer: If the problem persists, advise the customer to contact their card issuer directly for further assistance or to resolve any account-related issues.


If the error code is not listed here or the issue persists after following these troubleshooting steps, please contact Vibrant support for further assistance.

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