Apple TV remote will not fast forward or rewind on direct tv stream

… when trying to use direct tv stream the remote does not fast forward or rewind.

1. In general, some functions may not apply to live streams, as opposed to VOD, depending on the app or content.
2. For issues specific to one app, consider contacting that app’s publisher/​developer. How to contact an app developer - Apple Support
3. For any misbehaving app, try this: Update your Apple TV system software to the current version, if not done already. How to update your Apple TV - Apple Support Next:
   1. Force-quit the app, then relaunch and try again.
   2. If the issue persists, force-quit the app, restart the device, then relaunch and try again.
   3. If the issue still persists, delete the app, re-download and try again.
   4. If the issue still persists, then contact the app developer for further assistance.