Unable to set auto-reply for users using only the Admin console

Problem

You are unable to set auto-reply for users using only the Admin console.

Environment

Admin console

Solution

Currently, there is no specific auto-reply option within the Admin console.

Workaround

Sign in to the Admin console.
Go to Menu > Apps > Google Workspace > Gmail > Default routing.
Click on Configure.
Under step 1 enter the email address.
Under step 2 change Modify message to Reject message.
Enter a customized rejection message that will act as auto-reply.
Under step 3 make sure you select Perform this action on non-recognized and recognized addresses.

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Last updated 2023-10-02 UTC.