BitLocker requests Recovery Password at every boot.

Hi all,
For some reason after running a command to test Bitlocker recovery I need to enter the Recovery password everytime I start the computer.
I am successfully backing up the Bitlocker recovery password and TPM key to Active Directory so I am able to sucessfully enter any passwords required.
I have tried Clearing the TPM, Resetting the TPM and changing the owner password but nothing seems to stop me needing to enter the Bitlocker Recovery password everything I restart the computer.
Im at a loss!!
Any ideas?
Spooter

Hi,
Thanks for the post!
What command did you run result in this problem?
I recommend you try to unlock the BitLocker and re-lock it. Refer to
How do I use the Unlock options in Bitlocker Drive Encryption.
Hope it helps!
Regards,
Miya Yao
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