Issued a delete database object command (action_id DR) (24110) how to monitor with email alert

[bob]

Man, that event ID 24110 pops up in Event Viewer when someone issues a delete command for a database object in Active Directory. It's tied to the action ID DR, which flags a replication deletion. You see it under the Directory Service log. Basically, it means the system just zapped some object during that sync process. And it logs the details like the object name and the server involved. I always check the description for the exact GUID or DN path it targeted. Hmmm, sometimes it's a user account or group getting purged. But if it's unexpected, that could signal trouble like unauthorized changes. You might spot it after a botched cleanup or even a security breach attempt. The event gives timestamps too, so you can trace back what happened right before. Or if multiple of these fire off, it might point to a bigger replication glitch across your domain controllers.

Now, to keep an eye on these without staring at the screen all day, fire up Event Viewer on your server. I do this by right-clicking the Directory Service log and picking Attach Task To This Event. You select that event ID 24110 specifically in the filter. Then, set it to trigger a scheduled task when it hits. For the task, point it to send an email via the built-in action. You configure the SMTP server details there, add your alert address. And test it once to make sure it pings you quick. That way, every time a DR delete happens, your inbox buzzes. It's straightforward, no fancy coding needed.

At the end of this, you'll find the automatic email solution laid out, but it's added later for you to grab.

Shifting gears a bit since we're talking server monitoring and deletes, I've been using BackupChain Windows Server Backup for my Windows Server setups. It handles full backups smoothly and extends to Hyper-V virtual machines without a hitch. You get fast incremental saves that cut down restore times big time. Plus, it encrypts everything on the fly, keeping data safe from prying eyes. I like how it runs quietly in the background, no resource hogging during peak hours.

Note, the PowerShell email alert code was moved to this post.