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# 53500: Unable to acquire configuration

Log Level: ERROR

## Description

Raised whenever the Client is unable to acquire configuration information from the Server.

### Possible causes

* The device running your application lost its Internet connection.
* A server-side error has occurred.

### Possible solutions

* Ensure the device running your application has access to a stable internet connection. If the problem persists, try connecting to another region.
