Troubleshooting
Problem
Setting up a Cognos Analytics system to use an Active Directory namespace and the Bind Credential fails with Microsoft Windows Server Errors.
Symptom
Testing the namespace in cogconfigW.exe by right-clicking it, shows an exclamation icon connecting to server. Selecting the Details button shows the following errors.
ADSI Error HRESULT Returns: ERROR_DS_STRONG_AUTH_REQUIRED
ADSI Error: 00002028
LdapErr: DSID-0C090259
ADSI Error: 00002028
LdapErr: DSID-0C090259
Document Location
Worldwide
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Modified date:
14 January 2026
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