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Title: RPM database corrupted

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RPM database corrupted

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.

1. Please make a backup of the directory /var/lib/rpm first.

2. Execute the command

   rpm --rebuilddb
   

3. Try to continue the update procedure or install packages with YaST, if desired.

See also:

rpm - The package manager of S.u.S.E. Linux

Keywords: RPMDB, UPDATE, INSTALLATION, INSTALLING, PACKAGE

Categories: Packages , Frequently asked Questions

Feedback welcome: Send Mail to ke@suse.de (Please give the following subject: SDB-ke_rpm-db)

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