Tuesday, August 4, 2015

InfoPath Data Connection Wizard Failed



Yesterday I faced very strange issue while creating InfoPath form. When I tried to set data connection in InfoPath, it generated error with no reason. 


So I checked the system logs inside event viewer with SharePoint logs and found the following error inside Microsoft Office Alerts.

InfoPath Editor
InfoPath has encountered an error. The operation failed.
Access is denied.
P1: 1202422
P2: 15.0.4569.1503
P3:
P4:

I verified the access rights inside SharePoint Portal with current user. Every settings seemed fine. I checked on Google. Most of the people suggested to verify the site collection at the root of the web application in order to establish data connection entities e.g. https://social.msdn.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/f8c561ff-11ec-44d1-9d2f-25f36a0a7041/why-is-the-infopath-data-connection-wizard-failing

I verified the presence of root site of the web application. It didn’t resolve my issue.

Then I came across an idea to set publishing in the SharePoint Library. After setting up the publishing details of the forms, I can able to add data connection in my form. 

Hopefully it will work for others, if they encountered the same issue :)




9 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing this helpful troubleshooting guide. Issues like the InfoPath Data Connection Wizard failure can be frustrating, especially when working with SharePoint integrations and form services. Clear explanations like this really help developers understand possible causes and solutions. In today’s tech-driven world, continuously upgrading skills is important. Programs in Data Science, Full Stack Development, and Digital Marketing also help learners stay updated with modern industry demands.

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  2. The InfoPath Data Connection Wizard failure is often caused by configuration or permission issues when connecting to SharePoint or external data sources.
    Common fixes include verifying correct URLs, ensuring root site availability, and checking user access rights.
    Overall, troubleshooting requires validating environment setup and data connection settings carefully.
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  3. This post clearly highlights a common issue developers face with InfoPath data connections. Errors like the Data Connection Wizard failing can often be tricky, especially when related to permissions, incorrect URLs, or SharePoint configuration. It’s helpful to see such practical troubleshooting insights shared, as they can save a lot of time for others facing similar problems.

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  4. Great post! This was really helpful and clearly explained. I especially liked how you broke down the issue and provided a practical solution—it can definitely save a lot of troubleshooting time.

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  5. Data Connection Wizard fails mainly due to incorrect SharePoint URL, authentication issues, or missing root site collection.

    It can also happen because of permission restrictions or unsupported data source configurations in InfoPath.

    Ensure correct URL format, valid credentials, and proper server/configuration setup to resolve the issue. Digital Marketing Training in Chennai

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  6. This is a really helpful post—InfoPath’s Data Connection Wizard errors can be quite frustrating, especially when the issue isn’t immediately obvious. I like how this highlights the underlying causes rather than just the symptoms. Problems like incorrect site URLs, missing root site collections, or permission issues are often the real reason behind errors like “The operation could not be completed.”

    It’s also interesting how many of these issues are tied to SharePoint configuration—things like authentication, data limits, or even environment restrictions can affect whether a connection succeeds or fails . Troubleshooting at both the InfoPath and SharePoint level is clearly essential.

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