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LBXComputers
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May 08, 2026

AD Recycle Bin – “The specified value already exists” but Recycle Bin is non‑functional

I am unable to enable the Active Directory Recycle Bin in an on‑premises Active Directory forest. Environment On‑prem AD DS Forest Functional Level: Windows2016Forest Mixed DC versions (2016 / 2...
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LBXComputers
Brass Contributor
May 11, 2026

Thank you – this aligns with what I’m seeing. I agree this appears to be a failed or incomplete forest‑level Optional Feature enablement rather than a configuration issue. Unfortunately I’m currently blocked on Microsoft AD DS support entitlements, which is preventing escalation.