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Who do I contact if I can’t remember my windows log-in or password?

A call should be raised with the IT Service Desk via an Authorised User

I entered my login details on iTrent and have received the message “set-up for single sign on” what should I do?

Do not enter any details, instead click on the Microsoft button at the bottom of the login details. If this is not appearing, then you may be using the wrong link and you should try using the new links provided above or via email

I’ve been asked to authenticate – what should I do?

Follow standard authentication process you’d use for your Active Directory (windows login) as iTrent uses the same process. A link to this can be found here

Is my mySelf account set up for Single Sign-on?

If you are an employee of the Chief Executive’s office then your account will be part of the Single Sign-on pilot. If you have not received notification of being changed to Single Sign-On, continue to use your username and password.

I am receiving an error 'Hmmm… can't reach this page' how can I get access?

Although mySelf can be accessed from anywhere, iTrent and myTeam are only available on a council network, either in a council building or via a VPN connection, This error means you are using the link for myTeam / iTrent but are not connected to the network via the VPN.

I am receiving an error '500- Internal Server Error' how can I get access?

This error means you are accessing mySelf using the incorrect link. You should delete any saved links and replace it with www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/myself

I am receiving a message 'Invalid login. An attempt was made to use non system password checking, but either this method of authentication has not been set up or a single sign-on user has been entered directly. Please contact your system administrator if you are unable to proceed.' how can I get access?

If you receive this error this means you should visit www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/myself, select the Single Sign-on button to login and choose the sign in with Microsoft option.

When I login I receive an error saying 'Invalid Login' how can I get access?

This error means you have entered the wrong password or your password is locked.

In the first instance you should try to reset your own password by clicking Forgotten Password option. If this fails please contact the People Helpdesk to get your account unlocked.

I am receiving a message stating 'Problem connecting. Please try again or login manually. If the problem persists please contact your system administrator.' how can I get access?

This error means your account is not set up for Single Sign-on, please visit www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/myself and select the option for ‘A different account’ to access your mySelf.

When logging in I see a screen that gives me the option to 'Sign in with Microsoft' how do I login?

This option is for users set up with Single Sign On. To login, click the button that says ‘Sign in with Microsoft’. You will need to input your Microsoft credentials, you may need to verify using the verification process by text message or email.

I receive a message saying 'A serious error has occurred. Failed to store the application date in the database. Please contact your Technical Service Provider' how do I get access?

I receive a message saying ‘A serious error has occurred. Failed to store the application date in the database. Please contact your Technical Service Provider’ how do I get access?

This error means your Single Sign-on account is not set up correctly. Please email the Workforce Systems Development Team

I am a Single Sign On user and receive the error message 'We can't seem to find your account' when signing in, how do I get access?

Leave the email and password field blank and click the button ‘Sign in with Microsoft’. You will need to input your Microsoft credentials, you may need to verify using the verification process by text message or email.

I'm getting a message saying 'You cannot access this right now' how do I sign in?

This issue is known to us and we are currently working to resolve this. If you get this message, please email the Workforce Systems Development Team

Updated on 25th August 2022

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