20
Easy Fix
Steam · Gaming
Steam backend request failed while processing account or transaction state.
Quick Answer
Error code 20 on your Steam Gaming means: Steam backend request failed while processing account or transaction state.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Retry action after restarting Steam.
2
Check Steam server status.
3
Sign out and sign back in.
4
Switch connection or disable VPN.
5
Retry after service recovers if outage is active.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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