"rootvg is locked" Error When Running a mksysb
Environment
OS Level: AIX Version 4.2
Type/Model: Unspecified
Problem
The user is receiving an error stating that the rootvg is locked
when attempting to run a mksysb.
Solution
To unlock the rootvg, enter the following command:
# chvg -u rootvg
If the mksysb still fails, the error may be indicative of a kernel
problem. An AIX support specialist should be contacted.
[ Doc Ref: 95635024612662 Publish Date: Apr. 28, 2000 4FAX Ref: none ]