| Description | This article describes when the command 'diagnose debug config-error-log read' is run, multiple errors are received, and how the issue can be solved. |
| Scope | FortiGate |
| Solution |
Running the following CLI command may show the following error after the upgrade of the firewall:
diagnose debug config-error-log read
"next" @ 7197:vpn.certificate.local.Fortinet_CA_SSL:failed command (error 1)
Symptoms: Running the command 'diagnose debug config-error-log read' returns multiple certificate-related errors.
Diagnosis Steps:
Resolution: The command triggering the errors seems to be 'default-ssl-key-certs'. To reset the values and correct any errors that occurred during the upgrade, follow these steps: Log in to the FortiGate CLI. Execute the following commands in sequence:
execute vpn certificate local generate default-ssl-ca
Confirm the execution of each command as prompted and reboot the FortiGate.
Additional Recommendations: Rebooting the unit will clear the startup errors, but if they are still generated, consider performing a format and clean install to regenerate the certificates and clear the certificate bundle. |
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