Backup of a Windows 2016 Storage Replica target server fails with an "Unable to attach to a resource" error

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Article ID: 100033054

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Description

Error Message

0xe000848c - Unable to attach to a resource. Ensure that the selected resource exists and is online, and then try again. If the server or resource no longer exists, remove it from the selections.
V-79-57344-33932  

 

Cause

This error is reported because the destination volume is mounted

Resolution

As a workaround, exclude the Storage Replica destination volumes from the backup job.

Issue/Introduction

Backup of Windows 2016 Storage Replica target server fails if the backup selection includes a Storage Replica destination volume.

Environment affected
Backup Exec installed on a Windows 2016 server in a Storage Replica setup

Additional Information

UMI: V-79-57344-33932 ETrack: 3893356