I'm learning how to configure a simple W2012R2 Cluster for a AlwaysOn Basic Availability Group. I have this VM scenario:
– 1 DC (outside the cluster)
– 2 SQL Server Standard 2016 (in a Cluster)
I've created a File Share in the DC to set it as File Share Witness (FSW). When trying to configure the witness, I get the following error:
There was an error configuring the file share witness '\testbagdc\fsw'.
Unable to save property changes for 'File Share Witness'.
The system cannot find the file specified
If I get inside the share, I can see a guid-named folder with nothing inside. I've also granted full control over the cluster computer.
Any idea?
Best Answer
I was able to fix this issue by giving the cluster account full permissions to the witness folder.
More info here: http://www.dbaglobe.com/2014/07/fix-issue-when-configuring-file-share.html