
Make sure that the AD FS service URL is correct. Examine the network traces to see that the client is redirected to the URL of the AD FS service for authentication.


Make sure that you check whether the problem is resolved after every step. These steps will help you to determine the cause of the problem. To resolve this problem, follow these steps in the order. You can't access the following IDP-initiated sign-on page and AD FS metadata: When you try to access a web application on a website that uses Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) 2.0, you receive the following error message: ADFS 2.0 service fails to start (KB 3044971).This article contains step-by-step instructions to troubleshoot connectivity problems. Most Active Directory Federated Services (AD FS) 2.0 problems belong to one of the following main categories. This article provides a solution to an error when you try to access an application on a website that uses AD FS 2.0.Īpplies to: Windows Server 2012 R2 Original KB number: 3044971 Summary
