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NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 8763

Message: The certificate enrollment failed. Another host with the same short name exists in the NetBackup database.

Explanation: A valid host name should be provided.

Recommended Action: Try one of the following actions:

  • Provide the correct CLIENT_NAME of the host. Use the nbhostmgmt -list command to get the client name and retry the operation.

  • If the host for which an external certificate is to be enrolled and the host that is available on the master server are different then use the nbhostmgmt -addhost command.

Click here to view technical notes and other information on the Veritas Technical Support website about this status code.

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