Backup Exec cannot convert a physical server to a VM because the disk configuration is not populated.

Article: 100028476
Last Published: 2020-05-12
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Product(s): Appliances, Backup Exec

Problem

Trying to convert a physical backup to a virtual machine with Backup Exec, but getting an issue with the system configuration not being populated when running through the wizard.

 

Error Message

System configuration is not specified.

 

Cause

Unlicensed version of ESXi.

 

Solution

Licensing the ESXi node should make the option to convert available.

Note: For more information on ESXi licenses and to obtain the ESXi license, kindly contact the VMware Support team: www.vmware.com/

 

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