ERROR_DS_CANT_MOVE_RESOURCE_GROUP - 8499 (0x2133)
Cross-domain move of non-empty resource groups is not allowed.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Technical Meaning
The error code ERROR_DS_CANT_MOVE_RESOURCE_GROUP indicates that a cross-domain move operation of non-empty resource groups is not permitted. This error typically arises in the context of directory services, specifically when attempting to relocate resource groups across different domains within an Active Directory environment.
Error Details
This error is specific to operations involving resource groups and their movement between domains. Resource groups are collections of objects such as users, computers, or other resources that are managed together under a common administrative umbrella in an Active Directory forest. The operation fails when the attempt is made to move these non-empty resource groups from one domain to another.
Usage Context
This error code is encountered during directory services operations where administrators attempt to reorganize resource groups across domains. It can occur in scenarios such as restructuring organizational units (OUs) or moving resources between different administrative boundaries within an Active Directory forest.
Developer Interpretation
Developers should interpret this error code as a restriction on cross-domain moves of non-empty resource groups. This means that any attempt to move such groups across domains will result in failure, and the operation must be performed within the same domain or with appropriate permissions that allow for intra-domain operations.
Related Errors
ERROR_DS_CANT_MODIFY_SYSTEM_GROUP(0x2134)ERROR_DS_CANT_MOVE_RESOURCE(0x2135)ERROR_DS_CANT_RENAME_SYSTEM_GROUP(0x2136)
These errors are related in that they pertain to operations involving resource groups and their management within an Active Directory environment.
FAQ
Q: What does the error code ERROR_DS_CANT_MOVE_RESOURCE_GROUP mean?
A: It indicates that a cross-domain move of non-empty resource groups is not allowed.
Q: Can this error occur in other scenarios besides moving resource groups?
A: No, this specific error code relates only to the movement of non-empty resource groups across domains. Other operations or errors may have different implications and error codes.
Summary
ERROR_DS_CANT_MOVE_RESOURCE_GROUP is a specific error code that restricts cross-domain moves of non-empty resource groups within an Active Directory environment. Developers should ensure that such operations are performed within the same domain to avoid this error.