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Script for Addressing State Messages Issues in SCCM

Tool Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 aids in diagnosing SCCM issues with "In Progress" and State Message Communication. When UpdateStore.log indicates a specific Windows update component has been installed, yet remains as "in progress" in the SCCM console, it suggests that the State Message is not...

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Resolve Issues with Status Notifications using SCCM Script
Resolve Issues with Status Notifications using SCCM Script

Script for Addressing State Messages Issues in SCCM

System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) users now have a powerful new tool at their disposal to help resolve issues related to stuck 'In Progress' state messages or communication problems between SCCM clients and management points. The Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 PowerShell script is designed to aid in troubleshooting and resolving these common SCCM issues.

This article will explain how to correctly use the Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 tool, its requirements, and key log file details.

Purpose of Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1

The Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 script is designed to:

  1. Fix and reset SCCM client state messages that are stuck in the 'In Progress' status.
  2. Help resolve communication issues where the SCCM client fails to send or receive status messages correctly.
  3. Refresh and restart the state messaging component to re-establish proper communication.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Permissions

  • The script must be run with administrative privileges on the SCCM client device.
  • The user running the script should have local admin rights to access necessary client components and logs.

PowerShell Version

  • The system should have Windows PowerShell 3.0 or later for best compatibility (usually present in supported Windows OS versions).

SCCM Client Installed

  • The machine must have the SCCM client installed and configured properly.
  • The client should be in a reachable state and not completely offline (though this script can help some offline communication issues).

Network Connectivity

  • The client must have network access to the SCCM Management Point to verify state message submissions after the fix.

How to Use Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1

  1. Download or Obtain the Script Ensure you have the correct and official Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 script from a trusted source (such as Microsoft forums, SCCM documentation, or your organization's toolkit repository).
  2. Open PowerShell as Administrator Right-click PowerShell and choose "Run as Administrator."
  3. Run the Script Navigate to the script directory and execute:

Some versions of the script may accept parameters such as: - for detailed output. - to apply changes, if the script supports dry runs.

  1. Script Actions (General Overview) The script performs some/all of the following:
  2. Stops and restarts the CCMEXEC service if necessary.
  3. Cleans up old or stuck state messages from the local SCCM client cache or registry.
  4. Checks and resets the State Message Handler component.
  5. Forces re-submission of state messages to the Management Point.
  6. Outputs status messages and logs about the operation.
  7. Monitor the Output Watch for success or error messages in the PowerShell console. The script may produce logs or direct you to check SCCM client logs for more details.

Important SCCM Client Log Files to Review

After running the tool, or if troubles persist, check the following logs on the SCCM client side (usually located in ):

  • StateMessage.log Contains details about the generation and sending of state messages by the client. Key to verify if the client is successfully sending state messages after the fix.
  • ClientLocation.log Shows the assignment and communication details between the client and management points.
  • LocationServices.log Tracks request routing to management points and distribution points.
  • CCMExec.exe.log General client execution logs, useful for troubleshooting service startup and operational issues.

Additional Tips

  • Always make sure SCCM client and management point are healthy and operational from the Configuration Manager console.
  • Review network firewalls or proxies blocking client-to-MP communication.
  • After fixing the state message issues, you may want to trigger a Machine Policy Retrieval & Evaluation Cycle and Application Deployment Evaluation Cycle via client actions or scripts.
  • Regularly update the SCCM client to the latest version for fixes and improvements.

Summary

| Step | Description | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Preparation | Run PowerShell as admin, verify client installed. | | Run the Script | Execute on client. | | Post-Fix Checks | Monitor output and check . | | Additional Actions | Restart services, trigger client evaluation cycles.| | Logs to Review | StateMessage.log, ClientLocation.log, LocationServices.log |

If you want, I can help you with example commands or troubleshooting further based on your specific SCCM environment or error messages related to state messages.

  1. The powerful Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 script, utilized in data-and-cloud-computing technology, is designed to aid in troubleshooting and resolving common System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) issues like stuck 'In Progress' state messages and communication problems between SCCM clients and management points.
  2. To maximize the efficiency of the Fix-DMGSCCMStateMessage.ps1 script, it is essential to ensure that the user has the necessary technology resources in place, such as a compatible PowerShell version, administrative privileges, SCCM client setup, network connectivity, and a properly functioning SCCM Management Point.

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