MSSQL on Windows: Backup device failed - Operating system error

Microsoft.SQLServer.Windows.EventRule.DBEngine.Backup_device_failed___Operating_system_error_1_5_Rule (Rule)

This message indicates that the operating system was unable to open or close a backup device (disk, tape, or pipe) specified as part of a BACKUP or RESTORE command. For more information on backup devices, refer to the Docs Online topics, "Backup Devices" and "BACKUP."

Knowledge Base article:

Summary

This message indicates that the operating system was unable to open or close a backup device (disk, tape, or pipe) specified as part of a BACKUP or RESTORE command. For more information on backup devices, refer to the Docs Online topics, "Backup Devices" and "BACKUP."

Resolutions

The steps to take will depend upon the operating system error received.

Overridable Parameters

Name

Description

Default Value

Enabled

Enables or disables the workflow.

Yes

Interval (seconds)

The recurring interval of time in seconds in which to run the workflow.

300

Priority

Defines Alert Priority.

1

Severity

Defines Alert Severity.

2

Synchronization Time

The synchronization time specified by using a 24-hour format. May be omitted.

 

Timeout (seconds)

Specifies the time the workflow is allowed to run before being closed and marked as failed.

200

Timeout for query execution (seconds)

The workflow will fail and register an event, if the query execution takes longer than the specified period.

60

Timeout for database connection (seconds)

The workflow will fail and register an event, if it cannot access the database during the specified period.

15

Element properties:

TargetMicrosoft.SQLServer.Windows.DBEngine
CategoryEventCollection
EnabledTrue
Alert GenerateTrue
Alert SeverityError
Alert PriorityNormal
RemotableTrue
Alert Message
MSSQL on Windows: Backup device failed - Operating system error
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Member Modules:

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Source Code:

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