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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

8640

ERROR_DS_DISALLOWED_NC_REDIRECT

Alternative forms: 0x000021C0 · 0x21C0 · ERROR_DS_DISALLOWED_NC_REDIRECT · 0x800721C0

What does this code mean?

Code 8640 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

The redirect operation failed because the target object is in a NC different from the domain NC of the current domain controller.

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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