Thursday, August 28, 2025

Intune Management Extension Log Files

 AI / Human generated

Here’s a breakdown of what each of the log files you listed typically records, especially in the context of Microsoft Intune and Windows device management:


1. agentexecutor.log

  • Logs activity related to the execution of agents within the Intune Management Extension (IME). This includes running PowerShell scripts, Win32 apps, and other tasks assigned to the device.

2. appactionprocessor.log

  • Tracks actions taken on applications, such as installation, uninstallation, and detection logic. It helps diagnose issues with app deployment and processing.

3. appworkload.log

  • Monitors workload-related operations for applications, including how apps are handled during provisioning or policy enforcement. It may log transitions between workloads or app states.
This log reveals
  • Intune App GUIDs and associated App Names
  • Detection methods and status
  • App Installation command lines
  • Installation Exit Codes
  • AutoPilot ESP application queuing and execution progress
Useful search strings
  • In EspPhase
  • which need to be installed for current phase of ESP
  • <installation command line of apps>
  • Launch Win32Appinstaller

4. devicehealthmonitoring.log

  • Captures device health data, including performance metrics, error states, and compliance status. Useful for identifying devices that may be failing or out of compliance.

5. healthscripts.log

  • Logs execution of health check scripts deployed via Intune. These scripts are used to assess and report on device health, and the log includes output and any errors encountered.

6. intunemanagementextension.log

  • Primary log for the Intune Management Extension (IME). It records all activities related to the extension, including script execution, app deployment, and communication with Intune services.

7. sensor.log

  • Logs data from sensors used for endpoint analytics or monitoring. This can include performance data, boot times, and other telemetry collected for analysis.

8. win32appinventory.log

  • Tracks inventory of Win32 applications on the device. It logs detection, installation status, and reporting back to Intune about the presence and state of Win32 apps.