Question : "The Directory Service was unable to allocate a relative identifier." when adding machines to AD

"The Directory Service was unable to allocate a relative identifier."

Oh jeepers I think I might have got a tad out of my depth with this one :(  Seriously worried, about this one.  Let me give you a bit of background history...

- I virtualised a Domain controller.
- Rebuilt the hardware with a fresh copy of Server 2008
- Imported the virtual machine and put it on line, everything was working great.
- I migrated the roles across as per advice below, Think I left both as writable DC's if its relevant I dont know?

http://www.experts-exchange.com/Software/Server_Software/File_Servers/Active_Directory/Q_24826943.html

- Performed a restore of the new DC using Symantec System restore and now...

"The Directory Service was unable to allocate a relative identifier."

I am unable to add at least one machine to the new domain, and I strongly suspect I wont be able to join any for that matter.  I am also suddenly unable to join a Linux based NAS to which I suspect is related.

I might need a bit of hand holding with this one I am afraid

Answer : "The Directory Service was unable to allocate a relative identifier." when adding machines to AD

This has been resolved with a system restore.  Bit of a sledge hammer to crack a wallnut but still :(
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