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NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 8728

Message: The certificate operation failed because the NetBackup CA certificates cannot be used for host communication in the domain.

Explanation: The use of host ID-based certificates that are issued by the NetBackup CA has been disabled.

Recommended Action: Do one of the following:

  • Use the certificate that is issued by the external CA for your host.

  • Change the configuration on the master server to enable the use of NetBackup certificates.

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

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