What does BSOD 281 (VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR) mean?

 
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VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR

GPU scheduler invariant violation

VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR is bug check code 0x00000119. The built-in table identifies it as VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR; the useful diagnostic question is what Windows component raised the stop and which invariant failed.

This bug check is about the kernel GPU scheduler. It can indicate invalid fence IDs, failed command submission or patching, bad flip capability, invalid adapter/node masks, failed cancel commands, or other scheduler-contract violations.

How to read the parameters

  • Parameter 1 is the key value and identifies the exact scheduler violation.
  • The remaining parameters depend on that subcode and the Windows build.
  • The responsible component may be the display miniport driver, dxgkrnl scheduler path, or GPU hardware state.

What to check in the dump

  • Interpret Parameter 1 first, then inspect the display miniport module and command-submission stack.
  • Look for prior TDR events, GPU reset attempts, PCIe/WHEA records, and driver updates.
  • Separate this from VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE: 0x119 is a scheduler invariant failure, while 0x116 is failed timeout recovery.

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