Troubleshooting Error Return Code 1111 (MS_TMM_FSF_ERROR)

Summary

This article provides suggestions for troubleshooting error return code 1111 (MS_TMM_FSF_ERROR).

Resolution

This error ocurrs during the process of fast-forwarding a tape. It is usually indicative of a hardware or media failure.

1. Check the system logs for errors.
2. Is the error media or drive specific? This may indicate the source of the problem.
3. Verify the available partitions on the tape through device control.
4. Attempt to replicate the problem by using tapedump to attempt to fast-forward to the end of the last partition on the tape. The following sequence of commands will accomplish this task after loading tapedump. Replace information in [brackets].
   
   tape [File Handle for the Device Driver]
   open rdonly
   rewind
   fsf [Number of Partitions on the Tape + 1]
   quit