Check for other error messages in the command or interface output to indicate which system call failed. Examine command output, debug logs, and system logs for a more detailed message on the error.

Check the system application log for error and warning messages.

Verify that the system is not running out of virtual memory. If virtual memory is the problem, shut down unused applications or increase the amount of virtual memory. To increase virtual memory on Windows: display the Control Panel, double-click System, and on the Performance tab, set Virtual Memory to a higher value.

Verify that all product binaries are properly installed.

Verify that no unexpected Media Manager processes are running by executing vmps. Some processes should remain running, but some processes that do not go away could indicate a problem, such as a hung system call.