Fix Hybrid Topology Option Not Available in Hybrid Configuration Wizard
Running the Hybrid Configuration Wizard should let you choose your hybrid topology, but sometimes that option simply is not there. The cause is almost always environmental — an outdated wizard, missing permissions, or the wizard not reaching your on-premises Exchange. This guide gives you a structured way to find the real reason and get the option back.
Common causes
The wizard tailors what it shows to what it can detect. If it cannot confirm your on-premises Exchange, verify your identity, or run its current build, it hides or greys out choices — including the topology selection. Work through the causes from the simplest to the most involved.
Follow the decision flow
Work through the checks
Frequently asked questions
Which version of the wizard should I use?
Always the current one from Microsoft. Older builds miss options and fixes.
What permissions does the wizard need?
Global Administrator in Microsoft 365 and Exchange organization management on-premises.
Why does connectivity matter for the option to appear?
The wizard only offers choices it can validate. If it cannot reach on-premises Exchange, it hides them.
How do I clear an old hybrid configuration?
Remove the stale configuration object, confirm the federation and organization relationships are clean, then re-run the wizard.
Do I need to re-run the whole wizard?
Yes. Once the blocker is fixed, run the wizard again and it will present the topology selection.
