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scp error "No Space left on Device." when trying to copy file to VIOS file system, /home

Troubleshooting


Problem

Unable to copy file to /home filesystem on PowerVM Virtual I/O Server (VIOS)

Symptom

scp fails with "No Space left on Device."

Cause

/home is full.

Environment

PowerVM VIOS 2.2

Diagnosing The Problem

Determine if the file system is full.

Resolving The Problem

Increasing a VIOS file system is not supported.  For more details and recommendations see Diagnosing Full File Systems in PowerVM VIOS.

Document Location

Worldwide

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Document Information

Modified date:
20 October 2021

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ibm10881864