Cannot Create Network Profile in HCX Manager

Products

• VMware HCX
• VMware NSX

Issue/Introduction

When attempting to create a Network Profile in the Connector (Source) HCX Manager.  Error: "Unable to create Network Profile" is seen

This can be seen by navigating within the HCX Connector to Interconnect --> Network Profiles

 

When attempting to create a Compute Profile in the Connector (Source) HCX Manager. No Resources available within the drop down Menu and only option is OK button

This can be seen by navigating within the HCX Connector to Interconnect --> Compute Profiles  

Environment

VMware HCX

VMware NSX-T

 

Cause

This error occurs if the connection between HCX and the NSX Manager in the destination HCX Manager is in a disconnected state.

 

 

Resolution

In the destination/Cloud HCX Manager 9443 page <https://<HCX_Manager_IP/FQDN:9443>, confirm NSX Manager details are correct and Re-enter NSX credentials by choosing:

• Manage

• Edit

 

• Ensure NSX URL is correct and Re-enter Password for the configured NSX user

• HCX Manager needs to be registered to both the vCenter Server and NSX-T Manager
• HCX Manager needs to be registered to the same vCenter Server that NSX-T Manager is registered with
• Restart App Service and Web Service after completing registration

 

 

Additional Information