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  5. NetBackup status code: 401
NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 401

Message: Server Group Already Exists

Explanation: The attempt to create a server group failed. The server group already exists.

Recommended Action: Do the following, as appropriate:

  • Verify that the specified server group name is not in use.

  • Create the server group by specifying a name that is not currently in use.

  • For detailed troubleshooting information, create the admin debug log directory and retry the operation. Check the resulting debug logs. Additional debug information can be found in the log for nbemm (originator ID 111), which uses unified logging.

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

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