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  5. NetBackup status code: 232
NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 232

Message: a protocol error has occurred

Explanation: This error is an intermediate status code that usually precedes another status code. It indicates the following: either the bpdbm process (on UNIX and Linux) or the NetBackup Database Manager service (on Windows) or the process that communicates with it has received unexpected information.

Recommended Action: Create a debug log directory for bpdbm. Then, retry the operation, save the debug log, and contact Veritas Technical Support.

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

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