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NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 78

Message: afs/dfs command failed

Explanation: Indicates an AFS vos command failure.

Recommended Action: Do the following, as appropriate:

  • Check the NetBackup Problems Report for additional information on why the command failed.

  • The bpbkar debug log shows the command that was run. Create a debug log directory for bpbkar. Retry the operation and retry the resulting debug log.

  • Try running the vos command manually to duplicate the problem.

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

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