File System auditing - Event ID 4663 not logging

It looks like you're experiencing issues with Event ID 4663 not appearing in the Windows Event Viewer despite following the correct configuration steps for file system auditing. Here's a breakdown of potential reasons and troubleshooting steps you might consider:

1. Recheck Group Policy Application:
Ensure that the Group Policy settings are applied correctly on the server. You can use the gpresult /h report.html command in the Command Prompt to generate a report and verify that your audit policies are being applied.

2. Event Logging Configuration:
Make sure that the Event Log service is running on your server. If the Event Log service is stopped or disabled, it could prevent logs from being recorded.

3. Folder Permissions:
Verify that the permissions on the folder allow auditing. Sometimes, if the permissions are too restrictive, the audit logs might not record properly. Ensure that the user or group you are testing with has sufficient privileges to generate the event.

4. Check Audit Logs:
Look into the Windows Security Logs (in Event Viewer under Windows Logs -> Security) to see if there are other events related to object access. Sometimes related events can give you clues on what's happening.

5. Specific Auditing for Objects:
Since you're interested in Event ID 4663 (access attempts), double-check that the specific objects (files/folders) you are testing with are indeed covered under the auditing configurations.

6. Test with Different Objects:
Try applying auditing on a different folder or file to see if it's a problem with the specific folder being tested.

7. Firewall or Security Software:
Check if there are any firewall rules or security software that might be blocking access to the Event Log or interfering with the logging mechanisms.

8. Windows Updates:
Ensure your server is up to date with the latest Windows updates. Sometimes bugs in the auditing system can be resolved with updates.

If these steps don’t resolve the issue, consider checking the Windows support documentation or reaching out to Microsoft support for more specialized assistance.

Let me know if you need more detailed instructions on any of these steps or if you encounter any specific error messages along the way!