How to fix "Failed to Activate Device" error with Apple ID on MacBook Pro

I am receiving the message of "failed to activate device" when trying to apply my wife's Apple ID to my old laptop I have given her.

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Posted on Apr 13, 2024 8:30 AM

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leroydouglas

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Apr 13, 2024 8:37 AM in response to Jeplvr

Jeplvr wrote:

I am receiving the message of "failed to activate device" when trying to apply my wife's Apple ID to my old laptop I have given her.

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