administrative problem
nounUK /ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv ˈprɒb.ləm/
US /ədˈmɪn.ə.streɪ.tɪv ˈprɑː.bləm/
A problem with the paperwork and rules that help run a place.
The school had an administrative problem with the lunch forms.
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2. A delay caused by office rules or forms.
The trip was late because of an administrative problem with the tickets.
3. A mistake in records or official files.
Her name was spelled wrong due to an administrative problem.
4. A difficulty in how a group is organized or run.
The club closed early because of an administrative problem.