"Error 0xE0008213: Library error - destination location is full" is reported while performing an inventory or any tape operation on a Tape Library with Veritas Backup Exec for Windows Servers
Problem
"Error 0xE0008213: Library error - destination location is full" is reported while performing an inventory or any tape operation on a Tape Library
Error Message
Final error: 0xe0008213 - Library error - destination location is full.
When running an inventory on a Tape Library, the job may hang in Running state for a prolonged period of time and the SGMon log (see the Related Documents section for more information on SGMon utility) displays the following error repeating at the same time interval:
ERROR = 0xA0008213 (E_CHG_DESTINATION_ELEMENT_FULL)
Cause
The error indicates that Backup Exec is attempting to place media into a magazine slot, mail slot, or drive where media already exists. This issue could also occur if the media is stuck in the drive\slot\portal.
Solution
Follow these steps to resolve the issue:
1. Physically eject the tape from the tape drive.
2. Run the inventory of the library or the desired slot.
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