Could not create backup file

Error code

Product

Applies to

BA202

BackupAssist

BackupAssist v4 and later

Description

BackupAssist failed to create the backup file on the backup destination.
Further details are provided at the bottom of the backup report as to why the file could not be created.

Resolution

If the backup report shows 121 - The semaphore timeout period has expired

This error is usually related to the backup destination, mostly network shares. However, it can be related to other destinations as well.

Try and back up to a different destination as this will help determine if the problem is caused by the media that you are currently writing to.

This error can also be resolved by performing a reboot of the machine.

Last updated

Created

Further assistance

5th Jan 2018

16th Mar 2007

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