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# HKError.Code.errorDatabaseInaccessible

The HealthKit data is unavailable because it’s protected and the device is locked.

```
case errorDatabaseInaccessible
```

## Discussion

This error occurs when your app queries for HealthKit data while the device is locked. You can, however, still save data. This data is saved into a temporary file, which is merged with HealthKit’s data when the user unlocks their device.

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