You cannot create a replication group for data collection when the root of a drive is selected as the source on a Windows Server 2003 R2-based computer (920335)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition (32-bit x86)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition (32-Bit x86)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise x64 Edition

SYMPTOMS

On a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2-based computer, you cannot create a replication group for data collection when the root of a drive is selected as the source. Additionally, the following event is logged:
Event ID: 4212 
Source: DFSR  
Type: Error  
Description:
The DFS Replication service could not replicate the replicated folder at local path E: because the staging path is invalid or inaccessible.

CAUSE

This problem occurs because objects in the Active Directory directory service are configured incorrectly. Specifically, these objects do not reflect the correct path of the Staging and Conflict directory.

RESOLUTION

Hotfix information

A supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft, but it is intended to correct only the problem that is described in this article. Apply it only to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next Windows Server 2003 service pack that contains this hotfix.

To resolve this problem immediately, contact Microsoft Product Support Services to obtain the hotfix. For a complete list of Microsoft Product Support Services telephone numbers and information about support costs, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;[LN];CNTACTMS

Note In special cases, charges that are ordinarily incurred for support calls may be canceled if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will resolve your problem. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question.

Prerequisites

You must have Windows Server 2003 R2 installed to apply this hotfix.

Restart requirement

You do not have to restart your computer after you apply this hotfix.

Hotfix replacement information

This hotfix does not replace any other hotfixes.

File information

The English version of this hotfix has the file attributes (or later file attributes) that are listed in the following table. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). When you view the file information, it is converted to local time. To find the difference between UTC and local time, use the Time Zone tab in the Date and Time item in Control Panel.Windows Server 2003 R2, x64-based versionsIA64:
File nameFile versionFile sizeDateTimePlatformSP requirementService branch
Dfsmgmt.dll5.2.3790.27632,949,12003-Aug-200616:14x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsobjectmodel.dll5.2.3790.2763720,89603-Aug-200616:14x86SP1SP1QFE
Windows Server 2003 R2, x86-based versions
File nameFile versionFile sizeDateTimePlatformSP requirementService branch
Dfsmgmt.dll5.2.3790.27632,949,12003-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsobjectmodel.dll5.2.3790.2763720,89603-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsmgmt.dll5.2.3790.27632,949,12003-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsobjectmodel.dll5.2.3790.2763720,89603-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsmgmt.dll5.2.3790.27632,949,12003-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
Dfsobjectmodel.dll5.2.3790.2763720,89603-Aug-200614:33x86SP1SP1QFE
File nameFile versionFile sizeDateTimePlatformSP requirement
Dfsmgmt.dll5.2.3790.27632,949,12003-Aug-200601:16x86SP1
Dfsobjectmodel.dll5.2.3790.2763720,89603-Aug-200601:16x86SP1

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

824684 Description of the standard terminology that is used to describe Microsoft software updates

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:10/5/2006
Keywords:kbBug kbfix kbQFE kbhotfixserver kbpubtypekc KB920335 kbAudITPRO
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