Coun't disable archive for mailboxes.

vinystudy 21 Reputation points
2023-01-18T16:50:06.8366667+00:00

Hi Supposts,

I have accidentally enabled archiving for a mailbox that does not need archiving. However, when I disabled it in the same way, the following error occurs: enter image description here

What is happening here, please? How can I disable the archive?

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  1. Vasil Michev 99,431 Reputation points MVP
    2023-01-18T17:43:04.36+00:00

    Try disabling it via PowerShell, as at the very least you should get a more detailed error message therein. Use the following cmdlet:

    Disable-Mailbox user@domain.com -Archive

    One possible reason why you cannot disable it is if the mailbox is on hold, in which case you have to remove any holds first before attempting the cmdlet. You might as well just leave it enabled :)

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