GRT restore from incremental backup set on tape fails with the error "Invalid Parameter"

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Description

Error Message

Debug Logs show the following error:

FS_BAD_PARAMETER (0xE000FE49L)

Cause

GRT restore from incremental set on tape fails when the volume (let’s say D:\) doesn't exist in Full but added during incremental.

Resolution

Workaround:

Ensure a Full Backup is run after the new Volume is added to the Virtual Machine.

OR

Select some data from Existing backed up Volume (Let's say C:\) along with the volume which was not available in Full backup and run the GRT restore.

There are currently no plans to address this issue by way of a patch or hotfix in the current or previous versions of the software at the present time. While this issue may be resolved in a future major revision of the software at a later time, it is not currently scheduled for any release.  If you feel this issue has a direct business impact for you and your continued use of the product, please contact your Veritas Sales representative or the Veritas Sales group to discuss these concerns.

Issue/Introduction

GRT restore from incremental backup set on tape fails with the error "Invalid Parameter"

Additional Information

ETrack: 3969853