BTAFM4308I Could not create connection to SMI-S provider SMI-S provider name . Reason: reason. An alternate SMI-S provider will be used.
Explanation
A connection to the SMI-S provider could not be established. An alternate SMI-S provider has been identified to be used to manage the fabric or switch.
Action
Ensure that the server and the SMI-S provider service are running properly.
Check the dmSvcTrace.log file for an indication of the error or exception, and for the URL of the problematic SMI-S provider. This file is located in installation_directory\IBM\TPC\device\log. Contact IBM customer support.