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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

8568

ERROR_DS_LOW_DSA_VERSION

Alternative forms: 0x00002178 · 0x2178 · ERROR_DS_LOW_DSA_VERSION · 0x80072178

What does this code mean?

Code 8568 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The functional level of the domain (or forest) cannot be raised to the requested value, because there exist one or more domain controllers in the domain (or forest) that are at a lower incompatible functional level.

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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