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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

8523

ERROR_DS_NAMING_MASTER_GC

Alternative forms: 0x0000214B · 0x214B · ERROR_DS_NAMING_MASTER_GC · 0x8007214B

What does this code mean?

Code 8523 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

Only DSAs configured to be Global Catalog servers should be allowed to hold the Domain Naming Master FSMO role. (Applies only to Windows 2000 servers.)

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

First check that the document's product, version, and environment match your situation.

Source and terms of use

System Error Codes (8200-8999) (WinError.h) ↗

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