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When attempting to configure a connection to Azure in the Active Roles Synchronization Service, the following error is observed:

Running through the list below should resolve the issue:

1. Ensure the Microsoft Azure PowerShell modules are installed on the Active Roles Service server.
2. Create the application in Microsoft Azure.
3. Generate the key.
4. Add the Application Permissions to read and write directory data in Microsoft Azure.
5. Run the script noted here to ensure all permissions are set by following "Configure an application in Microsoft Azure Active Directory."
6. Enter the connection information into the Synchronization Service.
7. If the error is received again, close the Synchronization Service Console, and restart the Sync Service service in Windows.
8. Try to create the connection again.