RPM database corrupted
Support knowledgebase (ke_rpm-db)
Applies to
SuSE Linux: Versions since 5.0
Symptom:
It is not possible anymore to install software packages. A system update cannot be started
or finished. A message like the following might appear :
free list corrupt(1753864) - contact support@redhat.com.
Cause:
The RPM database in the directory /var/lib/rpm
might be damaged.
Solution:
rpm
can rebuild that database.
- Please make a backup of the directory
/var/lib/rpm
first.
- Execute the command
rpm --rebuilddb
- Try to continue the update procedure or install packages with YaST, if desired.
See also:
rpm - The package manager of SuSE Linux
Keywords: RPMDB, UPDATE, INSTALLATION, INSTALLING, PACKAGE
Categories:
Packages
, Frequently asked Questions
SDB-ke_rpm-db, Copyright SuSE Linux AG, Nürnberg, Germany
- Version: 06. Jan 1999
SuSE Linux AG - Last generated: 10. Dez 2001 by ke (sdb_gen 1.40.0)