How to update Azure AD users using PowerShell scripts
Administrators use Azure AD users to manage users and their permissions collectively. The cmdlet is part of the Azure AD PowerShell module, which allows you to manage Azure AD users through PowerShell.
Azure PowerShell syntax
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Update-AzADUser
-UPNOrObjectId <String>
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Example:
The following is an example for updating user by user principal name:
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Update-AzADUser -UPNOrObjectId $upn -City $city
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Limitations of using PowerShell scripts to update Azure AD users
- As user management requirements evolve or change, scripts require updates and maintenance. This ongoing effort can become burdensome, especially for organizations with dynamic user populations.
- PowerShell scripts are typically not user-friendly for non-technical staff or help desk personnel who may need to perform user updates. Graphical tools offer a more intuitive interface for such scenarios.
- Generating comprehensive reports on user updates and changes may require additional scripting effort or third-party tools.
- PowerShell scripts might not inherently provide role-based access control, potentially allowing broader permissions than needed for user updates if not configured carefully.
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