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Figlovsky_K
Level 1.5: Cupcake
September 29, 2023
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Gmail "allow_unmanaged_accounts" restriction issue

  • September 29, 2023
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I'm trying to configure Gmail via managed configuration. I discovered that inside the apk there is a bool restriction "allow_unmanaged_accounts" (Allow Unmanaged Accounts), but it is not mentioned in the documentation (https://support.google.com/work/android/answer/7065453?sjid=7171601269613811155-EU).
Setting the value does not affect the operation of the application in any way.
I would like to understand whether this limitation is supported or not?
    Best answer by ReeceK

    Hi @Figlovsky_K 

     

    Hope you are well?. 

     

    Further to my last post, we have been looking into this issue internally for you. As a result, we have just posted a service announcement which should be able to support with the question you have.  I have attached the service announcement here. 

     

    Thank you again for the question, we really appreciate your input. If you do require further support, please feel free to reach out.

     

    Thanks,

    Reece.

     

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    Moombas
    Level 4.4: KitKat
    September 29, 2023

    In our MDM a desciption is also visible to this setting:

    Did you try to turn this off and if when applied (ensure this new policy setting really took place!) it's still possible to add another Exchange account to Gmail to the device manually?

    Does this help you?

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      Figlovsky_KAuthor
      Level 1.5: Cupcake
      October 2, 2023

      Thanks for the reply, I checked it.
      After applying the settings, the application UI still allows you to add other accounts, including the exchange account

      I also made sure by calling getApplicationRestrictions  that all data was transferred correctly.
      In my case ""allow_unmanaged_accounts" value has no effect. Regardless of whether it is true or false

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      Moombas
      Level 4.4: KitKat
      October 2, 2023

      I never needed this setting but if you press on "Exchange and Office 365" you are really able to add/enter something or is an error message been shown then.

      If you are still able to enter something i'm really interested at a response from someone from Google to clarify.

      ReeceK
      ReeceK
      Level 3.0: Honeycomb
      October 9, 2023

      Hey @Figlovsky_K 

       

      Thank you for your question 😊 
       
      Since I'm just getting acquainted with the issue, would you mind providing me with some more information on the matter? I want to ensure I have all the necessary details to assist you effectively.
      Also, could you verify the version of the Gmail app currently installed on your device?
       
      Looking forward to helping you further with this.
      Reece

        ReeceK
        ReeceKAnswer
        Level 3.0: Honeycomb
        October 10, 2023

        Hi @Figlovsky_K 

         

        Hope you are well?. 

         

        Further to my last post, we have been looking into this issue internally for you. As a result, we have just posted a service announcement which should be able to support with the question you have.  I have attached the service announcement here. 

         

        Thank you again for the question, we really appreciate your input. If you do require further support, please feel free to reach out.

         

        Thanks,

        Reece.

         

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          Figlovsky_KAuthor
          Level 1.5: Cupcake
          October 10, 2023

          Hi Reece,

          Thank you for your help, I will monitor the status of the announcement.

          In my case, the problem occurs on the version "2023.09.17.567125956.Release". If you need any more information about the problem, I will be happy to help 🙂

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