[Error 136] - MetaTrader 4

Error 136 could be caused by: 

• Bad internet: Poor internet connection is a common reason behind the off quotes problem. If your MT4 platform loses internet connection right after placing an order, it’ll show the error code 136. Also, it’ll show “Off Quotes” in a popup window. This problem happens when the MT4 platform fails to connect to the broker server and quote the order price due to a bad internet connection.
• A rejection from the broker server or liquidity provider: Sometimes, the broker or the liquidity provider rejects the order due to the unavailability of the price quoted by MT4. For example, you place a EURUSD sell order at 1.2020 with a maximum deviation of 5 pips. At the same moment, the broker offers a maximum selling price of 1.2010 which is clearly out of the deviation limit. As a result, the broker denies the order and the MT4 platform shows “off quotes”. Such problems may occur due to extreme market volatility and the incapability of the broker to match the real-time market price provided by the MT4 platform.

How to fix MT4 error 136 off quotes

• Use a larger maximum deviation using a larger deviation makes your broker more flexible in filling your order within the deviation range. Even if there is a price slippage, the broker might be able to provide you an order price within the deviation limit. If you still face an off quotes problem after maximizing the deviation, we recommend you immediately contact your broker and report the issue. Please note that for a 5-digit price, a 30 pips deviation means 3 pips. For a 4-digit price, a 3 pips deviation means actual 3 pips.
• Check your internet connection due to poor internet connection, there might be a delay, disconnection, or latency between your MT4 platform and the broker server. So, whenever you notice more frequent off-quotes than usual, simply check your internet connection and make sure your MT4 is online and not facing any obstacles in connecting to your broker server.