How to enable Wi-Fi settings for managed Android devices

Problem

You are unable to modify or connect to Wi-Fi networks as the system shows the message: This action is disabled. 

Environment

  • Android devices with advanced Mobile Device Management.

Solution

  1. Open the Admin console.
  2. Go to Devices > Mobile & endpoints > Settings > Android settings.
  3. Click Networks.
  4. Put the checkmark on Wi-Fi and save the changes (to allow changes for Wi-Fi).

Cause

Your Wi-Fi policy was disabled from the Admin console.