Unable To Download 2021 Pxe Variable File. Exit Code 14 Sccm Online

Troubleshooting SCCM Error: "Unable to download PXE variable file. Exit code 14"

Check:

  1. Uncheck “Enable PXE support” in DP properties.
  2. Wait for distmgr.log to complete removal.
  3. Reboot the DP.
  4. Re-enable PXE and redistribute boot images.

Family 2: The Content Distribution Gap

The variables.dat file is created on the fly, but it references content (the boot image, the OS image, or a package) that must exist on the DP. unable to download pxe variable file. exit code 14 sccm

  • Re-distribute the boot image:

    PXE Responder Issues: Corrupted PXE configurations on the Distribution Point. Troubleshooting SCCM Error: "Unable to download PXE variable

    1. Network connectivity issues: The client computer may not have a stable network connection, preventing it from contacting the SCCM server.
    2. SCCM server issues: The SCCM server may be offline, or the site database may be experiencing issues.
    3. PXE configuration issues: The PXE configuration on the SCCM server or the client computer may be incorrect.
    4. Firewall or antivirus software: Firewall or antivirus software may be blocking the client's access to the SCCM server.

    Step 2: Check CRL Reachability Disable CRL checking temporarily to see if that is the blocker. This is done by pressing F8 in WinPE (if enabled) and running specific registry commands or modifying the boot image to ignore CRL checks. If disabling CRL checks resolves the issue, the network team must ensure the client VLAN can reach the CRL distribution points. Uncheck “Enable PXE support” in DP properties