Can't save backup database Windows Task

Apr 10, 2019

Problem

When going to save the backup database Windows Task the following error may occur:

Solution

This is due to the following group policy being enabled:

Computer Configuration | Windows Settings | Security Settings | Local Policies | Security Options
Network access: Do not allow storage of passwords and credentials for network authentication

This policy has most likely been set at the domain level and will need to be modified there.

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