unknown error icloud update Apple ID settings

After reinstalling Catalina, I changed my apple ID password (on all devices) and now cannot update apple settings to access iCloud- get "Unknown Error" when attempting to Update Apple ID Settings.

iMac 27″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jul 9, 2020 9:56 AM

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Eric Root

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Jul 9, 2020 10:47 AM in response to twomblym

If you have changed your ID or password, have you followed the steps in this article?

What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support.

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