NetBackup status code: 172

Message: cannot read media header, may not be NetBackup media or is corrupted

Explanation: When you loaded a volume for a backup or restore, the tape manager (bptm), did not find the expected tape header. This error can mean that a robotic device volume is not in the slot number that is in the Media and Device Management volume configuration. It also can mean that a read error (I/O error) occurred.

Recommended Action: Do the following, as appropriate: