If the device was previously imaged and the Task Sequence was marked as "Required," SCCM might think the job is already done or stuck.
Ensure your Network Access Account is configured correctly and the password hasn't expired. Additionally, if you are using Enhanced HTTP or PKI, ensure the certificates are valid and the MP is correctly configured to accept communication from "Workgroup" computers (which devices are during the PXE phase). 6. Examine the SMSTS.log To get the "smoking gun," you must look at the log file. While in WinPE, press F8 to open the Command Prompt. Navigate to X:\Windows\Temp\SMSTSLog\smsts.log . unable to download pxe variable file. exit code 14 sccm
Does the device's current IP belong to a Boundary Group? If the device was previously imaged and the