# Resolving WhatsApp API Error 133008: Too Many Two-Step Verification PIN Guesses
Author: Prashant Jangid
Author URL: https://www.heltar.com/blogs/author/prashant-jangid
Published: 2025-01-02
Category: Troubleshoot
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Tags: WhatsApp API Error
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**Error 133008** occurs when too many incorrect attempts are made to input the two-step verification PIN for a phone number linked to the WhatsApp Business API. The error is accompanied by the error message, **“Too many two-step verification PIN guesses for this phone number.”** This blog explains the error, its causes, and how to resolve it effectively.

## Why Does This Error Happen?

This error serves as a security measure to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of a WhatsApp Business Account. If multiple incorrect PIN attempts are made in a short period, the account is temporarily locked to safeguard it.

## How to Resolve the Error?

The lockout period is specified in the error's **details** response value. During this time do not attempt to input the PIN again. After the lockout period is over enter the correct PIN.

If you cannot recall the PIN:

1. Log in to the **[WhatsApp Manager](https://www.heltar.com/blogs/how-to-access-whatsapp-manager-on-meta-business-manager-cm58dt4sr001sx9tqqhi8rmgo)** with the account linked to your phone number.

2. Navigate to **Account Tools > Phone Numbers** from the left-hand menu.

3. Select the correct WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) from the dropdown.

4. Click the gear icon next to the phone number.

5. Click **Turn off Two-Step Verification** to disable it.

6. Set the new PIN by sending a POST request to the Phone Number endpoint. Include the new PIN in the request..


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