Logon Method You Are Using Is Not Allowed Error

Summary

Information about the error message "the logon method you are using is not allowed" when trying to log into a computer.

Body

Issue/Question

Why do I get this error message when I try to log into my computer?

The sign-in method you're trying to use isn't allowed. For more info, contact your network administrator.

Environment

  • Active Directory
  • Windows Operating System

Cause

Both the computer you are logging into and your WKU Account must be members of the same Active Directory group, generally belonging to your department or area.  This error occurs when groups do not match, or either the computer or your account do not yet have groups associated.

Resolution

To associate group membership or determine which groups are needed, please contact the ITS Service Desk or submit a service request by clicking the Request Service button.  If another user in your department or area can log into the computer successfully, please provide that user's name. 

Details

Details

Article ID: 3319
Created
Wed 6/5/19 10:20 AM
Modified
Fri 10/17/25 12:09 PM

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