When we talk about the active directory errors, one error is very commonly called The destination server is currently rejecting replication requests. This error majorly occurs when replicating directories. Suppose a user wants to replicate a particular directory or folder from a server, as soon as the user starts the replication services the error appears. Another scenario in which users have faced this issue is while restoring their backup images. Now fixing this issue can be a complicated process if you are new to active directory management. Fortunately, we have gathered some common troubleshooting that has been working for many users.

The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error

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Causes of The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error:

Now, if we talk about the possible causes of this issue while collecting the information regarding this error, we came up with major and most common causes of this issue. The first was disabled inbound/outbound replication. The second was the incorrect date and time setting on the system. The third was disabled services that take part in the replication process.

  • Incorrect Date and Time Settings
  • Disabled Services
  • Disabled Inbound and Bound replication

Similar Types of The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error:

  • Vmware
  • Dsa not writable equals 4
  • How to check inbound and outbound replication
  • Repadmin force replication
  • Active Directory replication step by step
  • Dsa previous restore count
  • Usn active directory
  • Failed test replications

How to Fix The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error

Now to fix The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error, we have collected some of the best methods that will surely resolve your issue in moments. The following are the methods that we go through. In the first method, we will go in a secure way that is fixing the date and time settings of your system. In the second method, we will make sure that all the important services are up and running. Thirdly we will fix the inbound and outbound issues. Lastly, we will try to resolve the issue using the dcdiag command.

1. Fixing Incorrect Date & Time Settings –

As we have discussed in the causes of the error, that incorrect date and time on your system is one o the possible cause of this The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests issue. So in this method, we will fix that. Follow the steps.

  • STEP 1. On the taskbar click on time, and then click on change date and time settings

change date and time settings

  • STEP 2. A new window will open up, firstly make sure to toggle on Set time automatically
  • STEP 3. Make sure that the time zone is correct

change date and time settings

  • STEP 4. Again go back to the desktop, on the taskbar, right-click on the time
  • STEP 5. Go to Adjust date/time 
  • STEP 6. Scroll and locate Add clocks for different time zones > a new window will open > go to the Internet time tab > Change Settings
  • STEP 7. Now tick on Synchronize with an Internet time server
  • STEP 8. Besides the server choose time.windows.com > update now

Adjust date/time

  • STEP 9. Save all the changes

2. Starting the Services –

In this method, we will fix The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests issue by fixing some disabled or not responding services. Follow the steps now.

  • STEP 1. Open up the Run window
  • STEP 2. Type services.msc in the search field

The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests

  • STEP 3. Now locate, Netlogon service
  • STEP 4. Right-click on the Netlogon service > Properties
  • STEP 5. Firstly change the startup type to Automatic, now Start the service

Netlogon The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests

  • STEP 6. Now do the same step for Window Time service

The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests

  • STEP 8. After Starting these services restart your system

3. Enabling the Inbound Outbound Replication –

One of the major causes of this error is the disabled inbound and outbound replication on the server. Follow the steps to fix The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests issue.

  • STEP 1. Open up the command and make sure it’s running as Administrator
  • STEP 2. Now execute the following command followed by entering
repadmin /options DC name
  • STEP 3. If you were getting the following error statement, it means you have the inbound/ outbound replication issue
Current DC Options: IS_GC DISABLE_INBOUND_REPL DISABLE_OUTBOUND_REPL

Current DC Options The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests

  • STEP 5. Execute the following command to fix the issue
repadmin /options DCName -disable_inbound_repl
repadmin /options DCName -disable_outbound_repl

4. Fixing the Issue by DCDIAG Command –

Some users are unable to use the above command method demonstrated above. So here it is an alternative way to resolve The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests issue.

  • STEP 1. Open up the command prompt with administrator rights
  • STEP 2. For detailed information e will generate a log file, so enter the command
dcdiag /v /c /s:MyDC1 > c:\temp\dcdiag.txt
  • STEP 3. Most likely there will be inbound /outbound replication error
  • STEP 4. Now execute the following command
repadmin /options DCName -disable_inbound_repl
repadmin /options DCName -disable_outbound_repl
  • STEP 5. Your issue will be fixed after executing the command
Conclusion:

In this troubleshooting guide, we have demonstrated some of the best methods that you can use to eliminate The Destination Server is Currently Rejecting Replication Requests Error. This article briefly talks about the possible causes of the issue as well. We hope your problem is fixed.

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