METRICS_DB_DISK_FULL event on Avi controller
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Issue/Introduction
The following event is seen on the Avi controller events: METRICS_DB_DISK_FULL
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Cause
The "METRICS_DB_DISK_FULL" event implies that the disk space allocated to the controller metrics has been filled up.
30% of the total disk is allocated to the metrics database.
When this allocated disk gets filled, the older data is purged to make space for new metrics.
Avi controller sizing reference KB: https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/en/vmware-security-load-balancing/avi-load-balancer/avi-load-balancer/30-2/vmware-avi-load-balancer-installation-guide/preparing-for-installation/nsx-advanced-load-balancer-controller-sizing.html
Resolution
This event notifies the customer that the metrics database is full and that older data is being deleted.
If you wish to retain more metrics, please increase the total disk space on your controller VMs.
KB for increasing Avi controller disk size: https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/en/vmware-security-load-balancing/avi-load-balancer/avi-load-balancer/30-2/vmware-avi-load-balancer-administration-guide/nsx-advanced-load-balancer-controller-operations.html
Please note that all three controller nodes should have the same amount of disk space assigned.
Additional Information
The metrics database is responsible for all the virtual service and service engine analytics displayed on the UI.
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