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Fix Microsoft Developer Account Cannot Save Your Data Error in China
Question details
The user is unable to create a Microsoft developer account in China because the system displays a 'Cannot save your data' error message.
- Product
- Microsoft Developer Account
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Registering for a new Microsoft Developer account from China.
- Observed behavior
- The registration process fails and prompts the message 'Cannot save your data' when attempting to save account preferences.
Ensure you have a valid, active email address ready to use instead of a mobile phone number, and copy the correlation ID from the error screen if one was provided.
Register Using a Valid Email Address
Registering with an email address bypasses data-saving issues that often occur with phone number registrations on the Microsoft developer portal.
Microsoft's system sometimes struggles to properly save developer account preferences when a phone number is used as the primary identifier, especially in certain regions. Switching to an email address is the most effective workaround.
On the Microsoft developer account creation page, look for the option to register or sign in with an email address instead of a phone number.
Input a valid, active email address and proceed to fill out your profile information.
Submit the form to save your developer account preferences again.
Request Help via the Microsoft Developer Community
If the email workaround fails, the Microsoft Developer Community can investigate the backend error using your correlation ID.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Microsoft recommend using an email address over a phone number?
Microsoft requires a valid email address to ensure they can reliably send important API updates, policy changes, and developer communications that cannot be efficiently delivered via SMS text messages.
What is a correlation ID in Microsoft error messages?
A correlation ID is a unique tracking string generated by Microsoft servers during a specific transaction. Support teams use this ID to trace the exact error logs in their system and identify what went wrong.
Can I use WPS Office without creating a complex developer account?
Yes, WPS Office allows you to view and edit documents immediately after installation. Setting up a standard WPS account for cloud synchronization is straightforward and does not require complex developer registrations.
