configuration for your ipad could not be downloaded error via apple configuratorSolved

That specific error almost always means the iPad cannot physically reach the hexnode server to download the management profile during the setup assistant phase. It usually boils down to a network problem. Are you pushing a Wifi payload inside that blueprint? The most common fix is to completely remove the Wifi profile from your blueprint, completely factory restore the iPad, and try the enrollment steps again from scratch.

I thought it might be the WiFi payload causing a conflict too. I actually removed the profile, wiped the device, and ran the whole process two more times just to be absolutely sure. It is still giving me the exact same configuration error every single time I reach that partial setup screen. 

If you are completely sure the Wifi payload is removed from the blueprint and your local network is not blocking the MDM traffic, the next culprit is usually your software version. You need to verify that your Apple configurator app is updated to the absolute latest version from the Mac app store. Outdated versions are notorious for throwing weird network configuration errors during that partial setup phase. Also, verify your Mac has a solid internet connection since the iPad relies on that connection during the USB tethering process. Hexnode has a specific troubleshooting document for common Apple Configurator errors that covers this exact scenario if you need to reference the official fixes here: https://www.hexnode.com/mobile-device-management/help/common-errors-while-enrolling-ios-devices-using-apple-configurator/

My Apple Configurator was actually already on the latest version. However, I just plugged the iPad in to try it again this morning, and it enrolled perfectly on the first try without changing a single thing in the blueprint. I spoke with our IT department, and they mentioned we were experiencing severe internet connectivity disturbances all day yesterday. You were completely right about it being a network problem. It just turns out our office connection was failing, so the iPad could never reach the servers in the first place. Sometimes the solution really is that simple. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!