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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

8579

ERROR_DS_MODIFYDN_DISALLOWED_BY_INSTANCE_TYPE

Alternative forms: 0x00002183 · 0x2183 · ERROR_DS_MODIFYDN_DISALLOWED_BY_INSTANCE_TYPE · 0x80072183

What does this code mean?

Code 8579 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

Rename or move operations on naming context heads or read-only objects are not allowed.

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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