Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
đ Are you getting the error âFailed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is deniedâ on your Windows PC or Server? đĢ This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to fix and Solve this issue on Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Server when trying to change folder permissions, take ownership, or apply security settings.
This error often appears with messages like:
Error Applying Security
An error occurred while applying security information to: C:\Windows\System\Folder
Failed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is denied
Common cases include:
âī¸ Trying to add a user to a folder in Windows Server.
âī¸ Unable to delete, edit, or change permissions for certain folders/files.
âī¸ Getting access denied even with an administrator account.
âī¸ Owner showing as âunknownâ for files or folders.
In this video, youâll learn how to:
đš Fix Failed to enumerate objects in the container by changing ownership.
đš Use the Advanced Security Settings tab to find and add your username.
đš Check âReplace owner on subcontainers and objectsâ to apply permissions.
đš Grant full control to your account and resolve access denied problems permanently.
This fix works across all Windows versions and helps if you:
Canât give yourself permissions to folders/files.
Need to take ownership of protected system folders.
Encounter errors while applying security settings in Windows.
âą Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - how to Fix Failed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is denied Error on Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
1:29 - More Suggested Videos
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âļī¸ Windows 11 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4lzGCbhRYBPhCB8vFncdToj
âļī¸ Windows 10 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4leA44bjCdxOg4u4sGB1ZGQ
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đ Are you getting the error âFailed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is deniedâ on your Windows PC or Server? đĢ This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to fix and Solve this issue on Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Server when trying to change folder permissions, take ownership, or apply security settings.
This error often appears with messages like:
Error Applying Security
An error occurred while applying security information to: C:\Windows\System\Folder
Failed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is denied
Common cases include:
âī¸ Trying to add a user to a folder in Windows Server.
âī¸ Unable to delete, edit, or change permissions for certain folders/files.
âī¸ Getting access denied even with an administrator account.
âī¸ Owner showing as âunknownâ for files or folders.
In this video, youâll learn how to:
đš Fix Failed to enumerate objects in the container by changing ownership.
đš Use the Advanced Security Settings tab to find and add your username.
đš Check âReplace owner on subcontainers and objectsâ to apply permissions.
đš Grant full control to your account and resolve access denied problems permanently.
This fix works across all Windows versions and helps if you:
Canât give yourself permissions to folders/files.
Need to take ownership of protected system folders.
Encounter errors while applying security settings in Windows.
âą Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - how to Fix Failed to enumerate objects in the container. Access is denied Error on Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
1:29 - More Suggested Videos
đē More Related Videos
âļī¸ Windows 11 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4lzGCbhRYBPhCB8vFncdToj
âļī¸ Windows 10 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4leA44bjCdxOg4u4sGB1ZGQ
âļī¸ FRP Bypass & Android Tips: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4l01Lfzp21cN2nsbEPQbgxx
âļī¸ Android Tips & Tricks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4k1nDcW-QlR40wM8iJB0OFi
đ Support This Channel
If you found this video helpful, please:
âī¸ Like the video
âī¸ Subscribe for more helpful content: bit.ly/Click-Here-To-Sub
âī¸ Comment your questions or feedback
âī¸ Share with friends so they can benefit too
đ˛ Donate via PayPal to support: paypal.com/paypalme/VictorExplains
đ Join Us on Social Media
đ Website: victorexplains.com
đ Facebook: facebook.com/Victorexplains
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đ Pinterest: pinterest.co.uk/VictorExplains
â Have a Question?
Drop your question in the comments below or reach out via social media. Iâll try to respond as soon as possible âī¸.
đĸ Disclaimer
This video is for educational purposes only. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 allows for âfair useâ for teaching, comment, research, and more.
đ Hashtags
#WindowsError #AccessDenied #FilePermissions #VictorExplains
