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Bug

When attempting to upgrade to the highly available Portal for ArcGIS from the standby Portal, the following error is returned, "Index Service configuration failed."

Portal for ArcGIS
Bug ID Number BUG-000160756
SubmittedAugust 17, 2023
Last ModifiedMay 29, 2025
Applies toPortal for ArcGIS
Version found10.9.1
Operating SystemWindows Server
Operating System Version2019 64 Bit
Version Fixed11.2
StatusFixed

Workaround

Upgrade from the primary portal, which can be determined by looking at the nodes.properties file in the content directory/items/portal-ha folder.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000160756

Software:

  • Portal for ArcGIS

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