Why do I get an error stating 'RPC Server is Unavailable'? (NETIQKB1785)

  • Document ID:7701785
  • Creation Date:02-Feb-2007
  • Modified Date:23-Aug-2007
    • Micro Focus Products:
      Domain Migration Administrator

Resolution

symptom
Why do I get an error stating 'RPC Server is Unavailable'?

fix

Domain Migration Administrator will relay errors that the Operating System will return to the application. One such error is the 'RPC Server is Unavailable'. This error can be caused from name resolution problems to an inactive RPC service. Microsoft has addressed this issues in a couple of Knowledge Base and Technet articles that can help guide you through troubleshooting and locating the cause of this error. It is important that connectivity and an efficient infrastructure be in place for successful migration.

The following Microsoft articles will contain valuable information to help troubleshoot this error.

  • Q131469: Windows NT Err Msg The RPC Server is Unavailable
  • Q224370: Troubleshooting "RPC Server is Unavailable" in Windows


Additional Information

Formerly known as NETIQKB1785