Directory Status Errors
AWS Directory Service directories can encounter various states that indicate different types of issues. Understanding these states helps you determine the appropriate troubleshooting steps.
Status |
Description |
Action Required |
|---|---|---|
Active |
Directory creation completed successfully and is operating normally. |
No action required. |
Impaired |
Directory was created successfully, but the domain controller encountered problems afterward. The system attempts automatic recovery. |
Monitor the directory status. If the issue persists, contact AWS Support. |
Failed |
Directory creation failed and is unrecoverable. |
Delete the failed directory and create a new one. |
Inoperable (Hybrid AD only) |
AWS detected a security issue and automatically isolated the directory for protection. The directory becomes completely unusable until restored. |
Contact AWS Support Center |
