Troubleshooting the "DsReplicaGetInfo(Pending_Ops Null) Failed Error 0X2105" in Active Directory
If the secure channel is broken, you can reset the DC's machine account password using Netdom.exe .
Before diving into complex AD edits, ensure you are running your diagnostic tools correctly. Dsreplicagetinfo(Pending_Ops Null) Failed Error 0X2105
Use ADSIEdit or a similar tool to check the userAccountControl attribute. A healthy DC typically has a value of . If it is a lower value like 0x288, the system isn't recognizing the server as a trusted DC. 3. Verify Replication Permissions
Ensure the Enterprise Read-Only Domain Controllers group (if using RODCs) or the specific DC computer accounts have "Replicating Directory Changes" permissions on the domain partition. A healthy DC typically has a value of
In ADSIEdit , right-click the naming context (e.g., dc=contoso,dc=com ), go to Properties > Security , and verify the permissions. 4. Audit DNS and Network Settings
Right-click your Command Prompt or PowerShell and select . right-click the naming context (e.g.
The error code literally translates to "Replication access was denied". Common triggers include: