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1. Error: CrashLoopBackOff

• Description: This error occurs when a pod crashes immediately after starting and
Kubernetes repeatedly restarts it, resulting in a loop of crashing and restarting.
• Solution:
o Check the pod's logs to identify the cause of the crash. You can use the
following command to view logs: kubectl logs <pod_name>.
o Verify that the container's resource requests and limits are correctly set.
Insufficient resources can cause the container to crash.
o Ensure that the container's readiness and liveness probes are properly
configured. Incorrect settings might cause Kubernetes to restart the pod
unnecessarily.

2. Error: ImagePullBackOff

• Description: Kubernetes is unable to pull the specified container image from the registry.
• Solution:
o Check the image name and tag specified in the pod's YAML file. Ensure that it
exists in the specified registry.
o Verify the credentials required to access the registry. If the registry requires
authentication, make sure the correct credentials are provided.
o Check the network connectivity from the Kubernetes cluster to the container
registry. Firewall rules or network issues might prevent access to the registry.
3. Error: NotFound

• Description: This error indicates that the requested resource does not exist.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name of the resource specified in the command or YAML
file. Typos or incorrect names can lead to this error.
o Ensure that the resource has not been deleted or is not in a state where it
cannot be accessed.
o If using custom resources or CRDs (Custom Resource Definitions), make sure
they are correctly installed and accessible in the cluster.

4. Error: Insufficient Memory

• Description: Pods fail to be scheduled due to insufficient memory resources on the

nodes.
• Solution:
o Increase the memory resources available on the nodes in the cluster. This can
be done by adding more nodes or increasing the memory allocation for
existing nodes.
o Review the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML file. Adjust
them to ensure they match the available resources on the nodes and the
requirements of the application.
o Optimize the application's memory usage by identifying memory leaks or
inefficiencies in the code.

5. Error: Unauthorized

• Description: This error occurs when the user or service account does not have
permission to perform the requested operation.
• Solution:
o Review the Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies configured in the cluster
to ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions.
o Check the authentication and authorization settings to ensure that the user is
properly authenticated and assigned the correct roles or permissions.
o If using service accounts, make sure they are correctly associated with the pods
and have the required permissions.

6. Error: DeadlineExceeded

• Description: This error indicates that the requested operation did not complete within
the specified timeout period.
• Solution:
o Increase the timeout values for the operation if possible, either by adjusting
Kubernetes configurations or by retrying the operation with a longer timeout.
o Optimize the operation to reduce the time it takes to complete. This might
involve improving the efficiency of the application code or optimizing resource
usage.
 o Scale resources such as nodes or pods to distribute the workload and reduce
the likelihood of hitting timeout limits.

7. Error: Invalid YAML

• Description: Kubernetes configuration files contain syntax errors, making them invalid
and unable to be applied.
• Solution:
o Validate the YAML syntax using tools like kubectl apply --dry-run or
YAML linting tools before applying them to the cluster.
o Double-check the structure, indentation, and syntax of the YAML files to ensure
they comply with Kubernetes specifications.
o Use YAML editors or IDE plugins that provide syntax highlighting and error
checking to catch issues before applying configurations.

8. Error: Forbidden

• Description: This error occurs when the user or service account does not have
permission to perform the requested operation.
• Solution:
o Review the Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies configured in the cluster
to ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions.
o Check the authentication and authorization settings to ensure that the user is
properly authenticated and assigned the correct roles or permissions.
o If using service accounts, make sure they are correctly associated with the pods
and have the required permissions.

9. Error: ConnectionRefused

• Description: Pods cannot establish a connection to the specified host/port.

• Solution:
o Check the availability of the service or endpoint that the pod is trying to
connect to. Ensure that it is up and running.
o Review firewall rules and network configurations to ensure that traffic is
allowed between the pod and the destination host/port.
o Verify that the service or endpoint is listening on the correct port and that
there are no issues with the network configuration on the destination side.

10. Error: PodPending

• Description: Pods are stuck in the pending state and are not scheduled to a node.
• Solution:
o Check the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML file. Pods
with resource requests that exceed the available capacity of nodes may remain
pending.
o Review the node conditions and ensure that nodes are in a ready state and
have sufficient resources to schedule pods.
 o Check for any taints or node selectors that may prevent pods from being
scheduled onto available nodes.
o Monitor the cluster for any issues with the scheduler or underlying
infrastructure that may be causing scheduling delays.

11. Error: InvalidSelectorError

• Description: Occurs when the label selector specified in a resource does not match any
existing labels.
• Solution:
o Double-check the label selector specified in the resource's YAML definition to
ensure it matches existing labels on the targeted resources.
o Verify that the labels on the resources being targeted are spelled correctly and
have the correct values.
o Use the kubectl get <resource> command with appropriate label
selectors to ensure that the resources you are targeting exist and have the
expected labels.

12. Error: PodEvicted

• Description: Pods are evicted from nodes due to resource constraints or node
maintenance.
• Solution:
o Check the events for the pod to determine the reason for eviction. Resource
constraints, such as memory or CPU limits, are common causes.
o Review the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML file. Adjust
them if necessary to prevent future evictions.
o Monitor node conditions and plan node maintenance activities during periods
of low workload to minimize disruptions.

13. Error: PersistentVolumeClaimPending

• Description: PersistentVolumeClaims (PVCs) remain in a pending state and are not

bound to any PersistentVolumes (PVs).
• Solution:
o Ensure that there are available PVs that match the storage class and access
mode specified in the PVC's definition.
o Check for any issues with the storage provisioner that may be preventing PVs
from being dynamically provisioned.
o If using statically provisioned PVs, verify that the PVs are correctly configured
and available in the cluster.

14. Error: InvalidDiskCapacity

• Description: Occurs when a PersistentVolume's capacity is insufficient to satisfy a

PersistentVolumeClaim's request.
• Solution:
 o Increase the capacity of the PersistentVolume to meet the requirements of the
PersistentVolumeClaim.
o If using dynamically provisioned storage, adjust the storage class parameters to
ensure that PVs with sufficient capacity are provisioned.
o Monitor disk usage and plan for capacity upgrades or data management
strategies to accommodate growing storage requirements.

15. Error: PodTerminating

• Description: Pods are in the terminating state but fail to be deleted completely.
• Solution:
o Check the events and logs for the pod to identify any errors or issues
preventing termination.
o Ensure that the pod's associated resources, such as PersistentVolumeClaims or
ConfigMaps, are released properly.
o If the pod remains stuck in terminating state, force delete it using the kubectl
delete pod <pod_name> --grace-period=0 --force command.

16. Error: ServiceUnavailable

• Description: Indicates that a service is not available within the cluster.

• Solution:
o Check the status of the service using kubectl get svc to verify its availability
and endpoints.
o Review the logs and events for the service to identify any errors or issues
preventing it from functioning correctly.
o Ensure that the pods backing the service are running and healthy, and that any
dependencies required by the service are also available and operational.

17. Error: NodeOutOfDisk

• Description: Nodes have insufficient disk space available to schedule new pods or
perform necessary operations.
• Solution:
o Identify and delete unnecessary files or logs on the node to free up disk space.
o If using dynamic provisioning, ensure that the storage provisioner is configured
to reclaim unused space or automatically expand volumes when necessary.
o Add additional storage capacity to the node if possible, either by attaching
more disks or expanding existing volumes.

18. Error: ContainerCreating

• Description: Pods remain in the ContainerCreating state and fail to start containers.
• Solution:
o Check the events and logs for the pod to identify any errors or issues
preventing container creation.
 o Verify that the container image specified in the pod's YAML definition exists
and is accessible from the cluster.
o Review resource requests and limits to ensure they are within the capacity of
the node where the pod is scheduled.

19. Error: InvalidNamespace

• Description: Occurs when attempting to create or access resources in a namespace that

does not exist.
• Solution:
o Double-check the namespace specified in the command or YAML definition to
ensure it exists in the cluster.
o If the namespace does not exist, create it using the kubectl create
namespace <namespace_name> command.
o Ensure that the current context is set to the correct Kubernetes cluster and
namespace.

20. Error: PodNotReady

• Description: Indicates that a pod is not ready to serve traffic.

• Solution:
o Check the readiness probes configured for the pod to identify any failures
preventing it from becoming ready.
o Verify that all containers in the pod have started successfully and are not
experiencing issues.
o Review the events and logs for the pod to identify any errors or issues
preventing it from becoming ready.

21. Error: ImagePullSecretsNotFound

• Description: Occurs when the specified image pull secrets are not found in the
namespace.
• Solution:
o Verify that the image pull secrets specified in the pod's YAML file exist in the
namespace.
o If the secrets do not exist, create them using the kubectl create secret
docker-registry <secret_name> --docker-
server=<registry_server> --docker-username=<username> --
docker-password=<password> command.
o Ensure that the correct image pull secrets are referenced in the pod's YAML
definition.

22. Error: TooManyRequests

• Description: Indicates that the server is overloaded and unable to process the request.
• Solution:
o Retry the request after a short delay to allow the server to recover.
 o If the error persists, consider scaling the cluster to distribute the workload
more evenly.
o Optimize resource usage and performance of applications running in the
cluster to reduce the number of requests.

23. Error: InvalidConfiguration

• Description: Occurs when the Kubernetes configuration is invalid or incomplete.

• Solution:
o Review the Kubernetes configuration files (kubeconfig) to ensure they are
correctly formatted and contain valid information.
o Verify that the API server address, authentication credentials, and other
configuration parameters are correctly specified.
o If using client libraries or SDKs, ensure that the configuration is passed
correctly to the client.

24. Error: PodPreempted

• Description: Pods are preempted by higher-priority pods due to resource constraints.

• Solution:
o Check the priority and resource requests of the preempted pod to understand
why it was preempted.
o Adjust the priority of the preempted pod or the pods it was preempted by to
ensure proper scheduling.
o Consider implementing pod disruption budgets to control the impact of pod
preemption on applications.

25. Error: EvictionThresholdReached

• Description: Indicates that the cluster has reached its eviction threshold, leading to the
eviction of pods.
• Solution:
o Review the eviction policies configured in the cluster to understand the
threshold and criteria for pod eviction.
o Adjust the eviction thresholds or policies to better align with the resource
requirements and usage patterns of the applications running in the cluster.
o Monitor resource usage and scale the cluster as needed to prevent reaching
eviction thresholds.

26. Error: NodeNotReady

• Description: Nodes are not ready to accept pods due to various reasons such as network
connectivity or node failure.
• Solution:
o Check the status of the node using kubectl get nodes to identify the
reason for its not-ready status.
 o Verify network connectivity to the node and investigate any network-related
issues that may be preventing it from becoming ready.
o If the node is experiencing hardware or software failures, troubleshoot and
resolve the underlying issues or replace the node if necessary.

27. Error: PodDeletedDuringCreation

• Description: Pods are deleted while being created, often due to issues with the
Kubernetes control plane or underlying infrastructure.
• Solution:
o Check the events and logs for the pod to identify any errors or issues that may
have caused its deletion.
o Review the status of the Kubernetes control plane components to ensure they
are functioning correctly.
o Investigate any issues with the underlying infrastructure, such as network
connectivity or resource constraints, that may be affecting pod creation.

28. Error: ResourceQuotaExceeded

• Description: Indicates that the resource quota for a namespace has been exceeded,
preventing the creation of new resources.
• Solution:
o Review the resource quotas configured for the namespace to identify which
resources have been exceeded.
o Adjust the resource quotas or request additional quota from the cluster
administrator to accommodate the needs of the applications running in the
namespace.
o Optimize resource usage and implement resource limits for pods to prevent
exceeding resource quotas.

29. Error: InvalidResourceRequest

• Description: Occurs when a pod or container specifies invalid or unsupported resource

requests or limits.
• Solution:
o Review the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML definition
to ensure they are correctly formatted and within acceptable ranges.
o Verify that the Kubernetes version and configuration support the resource
requests and limits specified by the pod.
o If using custom resources or CRDs (Custom Resource Definitions), ensure they
are correctly defined and supported by the cluster.
30. Error: VolumeNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified volume or PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC) does

not exist.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name and specifications of the volume or PVC specified in
the pod's YAML definition.
o Verify that the volume or PVC exists in the namespace and is correctly spelled
and formatted.
o If using dynamically provisioned volumes, ensure that the storage provisioner
is functioning correctly and that the volume has been provisioned successfully.

31. Error: InvalidServiceType

• Description: Occurs when the specified service type is invalid or not supported.
• Solution:
o Check the service type specified in the service's YAML definition to ensure it is
one of the valid types (ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer, or ExternalName).
o Verify that the Kubernetes version and environment support the specified
service type.
o If using a cloud provider, ensure that the necessary components (e.g., load
balancers) are configured correctly to support the service type.

32. Error: ConfigMapNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified ConfigMap does not exist in the namespace.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name of the ConfigMap specified in the pod's YAML
definition to ensure it is spelled correctly.
o Verify that the ConfigMap exists in the namespace and is accessible by the
pod.
o If the ConfigMap does not exist, create it using the kubectl create
configmap <configmap_name> --from-
file=<path_to_file> command.

33. Error: ServicePortConflict

• Description: Occurs when multiple services within the same namespace attempt to use
the same port.
• Solution:
o Review the service definitions in the namespace to identify conflicting port
assignments.
o Ensure that each service defines unique port numbers for its endpoints.
o If necessary, modify the port assignments for the conflicting services to resolve
the conflict.
34. Error: InvalidIngressConfiguration

• Description: Indicates that the specified Ingress resource has invalid or unsupported
configuration settings.
• Solution:
o Review the Ingress resource's YAML definition to ensure that it complies with
the requirements and limitations of the Ingress controller being used.
o Check for syntax errors or unsupported options in the Ingress configuration.
o If using custom annotations or settings, verify that they are correctly specified
and supported by the Ingress controller.

35. Error: PodSecurityPolicyViolation

• Description: Occurs when a pod violates the Pod Security Policy (PSP) defined for the
namespace.
• Solution:
o Review the Pod Security Policy applied to the namespace to identify which
security restrictions are being violated.
o Modify the pod's YAML definition to comply with the Pod Security Policy, such
as by specifying required security contexts or capabilities.
o If necessary, adjust the Pod Security Policy to allow the desired pod
configurations while still maintaining security.

36. Error: ServiceAccountNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified ServiceAccount does not exist in the namespace.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name of the ServiceAccount specified in the pod's YAML
definition to ensure it is spelled correctly.
o Verify that the ServiceAccount exists in the namespace and is correctly
referenced in the pod's YAML definition.
o If the ServiceAccount does not exist, create it using the kubectl create
serviceaccount <serviceaccount_name> command.

37. Error: InvalidNamespaceConfiguration

• Description: Occurs when the configuration settings for a namespace are invalid or
unsupported.
• Solution:
o Review the configuration settings for the namespace, including resource
quotas, network policies, and other parameters, to identify any issues.
o Ensure that the configuration settings comply with the requirements and
limitations of the Kubernetes environment.
o If necessary, modify the namespace configuration settings to resolve the issues
and bring the namespace into a valid state.
38. Error: SecretNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified Secret does not exist in the namespace.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name of the Secret specified in the pod's YAML definition to
ensure it is spelled correctly.
o Verify that the Secret exists in the namespace and is correctly referenced in the
pod's YAML definition.
o If the Secret does not exist, create it using the appropriate kubectl create
secret command (e.g., kubectl create secret generic for generic
secrets).

39. Error: NamespaceQuotaExceeded

• Description: Indicates that the resource quota for the namespace has been exceeded,
preventing the creation of new resources.
• Solution:
o Review the resource quotas configured for the namespace to identify which
resources have been exceeded.
o Adjust the resource quotas or request additional quota from the cluster
administrator to accommodate the needs of the applications running in the
namespace.
o Optimize resource usage and implement resource limits for pods to prevent
exceeding resource quotas.

40. Error: InvalidContainerConfiguration

• Description: Occurs when the configuration settings for a container are invalid or
unsupported.
• Solution:
o Review the container's YAML definition to identify any invalid or unsupported
configuration settings, such as incorrect syntax or deprecated options.
o Ensure that the container image specified in the YAML definition exists and is
accessible from the cluster.
o If using custom annotations or settings, verify that they are correctly specified
and supported by the Kubernetes environment.

41. Error: ImagePullSecretsAccessDenied

• Description: Occurs when the credentials provided in the image pull secrets are incorrect
or unauthorized to access the container registry.
• Solution:
o Verify the credentials stored in the image pull secrets by decoding them or re-
creating the secrets with the correct credentials.
o Ensure that the credentials have the necessary permissions to pull the specified
images from the container registry.
 o Check for any restrictions or firewall rules on the network that might be
blocking access to the container registry.

42. Error: EndpointNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified endpoint is not found, usually associated with
services or ingress resources.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name and configuration of the endpoint specified in the
service or ingress resource definition.
o Verify that the backend service or pod associated with the endpoint exists and
is correctly labeled and annotated.
o If using DNS-based endpoints, ensure that the DNS records are correctly
configured and accessible from within the cluster.

43. Error: InvalidSecurityContext

• Description: Occurs when the security context specified for a pod or container is invalid
or unsupported.
• Solution:
o Review the security context settings specified in the pod's YAML definition to
ensure they are correctly formatted and supported by the Kubernetes
environment.
o Check for any deprecated or unsupported security context options and remove
or replace them with valid options.
o If necessary, consult the Kubernetes documentation or community resources
for guidance on configuring security contexts for pods and containers.

44. Error: VolumeMountConflict

• Description: Indicates that there is a conflict between volume mounts specified in the
pod's YAML definition.
• Solution:
o Review the volume mounts specified in the pod's YAML definition to identify
conflicting mount paths or volumes.
o Ensure that each volume mount is unique and does not conflict with other
volume mounts in the pod.
o If necessary, refactor the pod's configuration to resolve the volume mount
conflicts and ensure proper functioning of the containers.

45. Error: ServiceUnavailable

• Description: Indicates that a service is not available within the cluster.

• Solution:
o Check the status of the service using kubectl get svc to verify its availability
and endpoints.
 o Review the logs and events for the service to identify any errors or issues
preventing it from functioning correctly.
o Ensure that the pods backing the service are running and healthy, and that any
dependencies required by the service are also available and operational.

46. Error: NamespaceNotSpecified

• Description: Occurs when a command or operation is attempted without specifying the

namespace, and the default namespace is not set.
• Solution:
o Specify the namespace explicitly using the --namespace flag or by setting the
default namespace using kubectl config set-context --current --
namespace=<namespace>.
o Double-check the context and configuration settings for the Kubernetes client
to ensure that the correct namespace is being used for the operation.
o If necessary, configure RBAC policies to restrict access to namespaces or
specify default namespaces for service accounts.

47. Error: ContainerImageNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified container image does not exist in the container
registry.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name and tag of the container image specified in the pod's
YAML definition to ensure they are correct.
o Verify that the container image exists in the specified container registry and is
accessible from the Kubernetes cluster.
o Check for any typos or errors in the image name or tag, and correct them if
necessary before attempting to deploy the pod.

48. Error: ConfigMapKeyNotFound

• Description: Occurs when attempting to mount a ConfigMap key that does not exist.
• Solution:
o Double-check the key specified in the volume mount for the ConfigMap to
ensure it matches an existing key in the ConfigMap data.
o Verify that the ConfigMap exists in the namespace and contains the specified
key.
o If necessary, update the ConfigMap data or the pod's volume mount
configuration to reference an existing key.
49. Error: InvalidIngressHost

• Description: Occurs when the specified hostname or path in an Ingress resource is

invalid or unsupported.
• Solution:
o Check the hostname or path specified in the Ingress resource definition to
ensure it is correctly formatted and compliant with DNS naming conventions.
o Verify that the DNS records for the hostname are correctly configured to route
traffic to the desired backend service or pod.
o If using path-based routing, ensure that the paths specified in the Ingress
resource match the paths configured for the backend services or pods.

50. Error: PodCrashLooping

• Description: Similar to CrashLoopBackOff, indicates that a pod is continuously crashing

and restarting in a loop.
• Solution:
o Check the pod logs for error messages or exceptions that indicate the cause of
the crash.
o Review the pod's configuration, including resource requests and limits,
readiness probes, and container command or entrypoint, to identify potential
issues.
o If necessary, update the pod's configuration to resolve the issues causing the
crash loop and ensure stable operation.

51. Error: ServiceTypeMismatch

• Description: Occurs when the type specified for a service does not match the actual type
configured in the service definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the service type specified in the service's YAML definition to
ensure it matches the intended type (e.g., ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer).
o Verify that the service type is supported and compatible with the Kubernetes
environment and networking configuration.
o If necessary, update the service definition to specify the correct service type
and ensure proper functioning within the cluster.

52. Error: InvalidPodSpec

• Description: Indicates that the pod specification is invalid or contains unsupported

settings.
• Solution:
o Review the pod's YAML definition to identify any syntax errors or unsupported
configuration settings.
o Check for deprecated options or settings that are not compatible with the
Kubernetes version or environment.
 o If necessary, consult the Kubernetes documentation or community resources
for guidance on configuring pod specifications and resolving compatibility
issues.

53. Error: VolumePermissionDenied

• Description: Occurs when a pod is unable to mount a volume due to permission issues.
• Solution:
o Verify that the permissions on the underlying storage volume or filesystem
allow the pod to mount and access the volume.
o Check for any security context settings or SELinux policies that may be
preventing the pod from accessing the volume.
o If using dynamically provisioned volumes, ensure that the storage provisioner
is configured to apply the correct permissions to the volume.

54. Error: InvalidResourceType

• Description: Indicates that the specified resource type is not recognized or supported.
• Solution:
o Double-check the resource type specified in the command or YAML definition
to ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the intended resource.
o Verify that the Kubernetes version and environment support the specified
resource type.
o If using custom resources or CRDs (Custom Resource Definitions), ensure they
are correctly defined and registered in the cluster.

55. Error: SecretDecodingFailed

• Description: Occurs when Kubernetes is unable to decode or decrypt a secret due to

invalid encoding or encryption settings.
• Solution:
o Double-check the encoding or encryption settings specified for the secret to
ensure they match the format expected by Kubernetes.
o Verify that the secret data is encoded or encrypted using the correct
algorithms and keys.
o If necessary, re-create the secret with the correct encoding or encryption
settings and update any references to the secret in pod or deployment
configurations.

56. Error: InvalidNamespaceAccess

• Description: Occurs when attempting to access or create resources in a namespace

without the necessary permissions.
• Solution:
o Review the RBAC policies and permissions assigned to the user or service
account attempting to access the namespace.
 o Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary roles and role
bindings to create or access resources in the namespace.
o If necessary, update the RBAC policies or request additional permissions from
the cluster administrator to resolve the access issues.

57. Error: PodAffinityConflict

• Description: Indicates conflicts between pod affinity/anti-affinity rules specified in pod

definitions.
• Solution:
o Review the pod definitions to ensure that the specified pod affinity/anti-affinity
rules do not conflict with each other.
o Check for overlapping labels or selectors used in the affinity/anti-affinity rules
that may lead to conflicts.
o If necessary, adjust the pod definitions or affinity/anti-affinity rules to resolve
conflicts and ensure proper scheduling of pods within the cluster.

58. Error: InvalidContainerImagePullPolicy

• Description: Occurs when the container image pull policy specified in the pod's YAML
definition is invalid or unsupported.
• Solution:
o Double-check the container image pull policy specified in the pod's YAML
definition to ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the supported options
(e.g., Always, IfNotPresent, Never).
o Verify that the Kubernetes version and environment support the specified
image pull policy.
o If necessary, update the pod's YAML definition to specify a valid and supported
image pull policy for the containers.

59. Error: SecretCreationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to create a

secret.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the secret creation failure
to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on secret creation imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the secret creation operation or troubleshoot any underlying
issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

60. Error: PodStartupFailed

• Description: Indicates that a pod failed to start due to errors or issues during the startup
process.
• Solution:
 o Check the pod logs and events to identify the specific errors or issues
encountered during startup.
o Review the pod's configuration, including resource requests and limits,
readiness probes, and container command or entrypoint, to identify potential
causes of the startup failure.
o If necessary, update the pod's configuration or resolve any dependencies or
issues preventing the containers from starting successfully.

61. Error: UnauthorizedAccessAttempt

• Description: Indicates that an unauthorized access attempt was made to the Kubernetes
cluster or resources within the cluster.
• Solution:
o Review the authentication and authorization mechanisms configured for the
Kubernetes cluster to ensure that only authorized users and service accounts
can access the cluster.
o Check for any misconfigured RBAC policies, IAM roles, or network security
settings that may be allowing unauthorized access.
o Monitor cluster activity and audit logs to detect and investigate unauthorized
access attempts, and take appropriate action to mitigate security risks.

62. Error: InvalidIngressBackend

• Description: Occurs when the backend service or pod specified in an Ingress resource is
invalid or not accessible.
• Solution:
o Double-check the backend service or pod specified in the Ingress resource
definition to ensure it exists and is correctly labeled and annotated.
o Verify that the backend service or pod is accessible from within the cluster and
that there are no network or firewall issues preventing access.
o If necessary, update the Ingress resource definition to specify a valid and
accessible backend service or pod.

63. Error: PodStuckInPendingState

• Description: Indicates that a pod is stuck in the pending state and cannot be scheduled
to a node.
• Solution:
o Check the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML definition
to ensure they are within the capacity of the nodes in the cluster.
o Review the node conditions and ensure that nodes are in a ready state and
have sufficient resources available to schedule pods.
o Check for any taints or node selectors that may prevent pods from being
scheduled onto available nodes.
o Monitor the cluster for any issues with the scheduler or underlying
infrastructure that may be causing scheduling delays.
64. Error: InvalidVolumeType

• Description: Occurs when attempting to use an unsupported or invalid volume type in a

pod's volume definition.
• Solution:
o Review the volume type specified in the pod's YAML definition to ensure it is
one of the supported volume types (e.g., emptyDir, hostPath,
persistentVolumeClaim).
o Verify that the Kubernetes environment and storage provisioner support the
specified volume type.
o If necessary, update the pod's volume definition to specify a valid and
supported volume type for the intended use case.

65. Error: ConfigMapCreationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to create a

ConfigMap.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the ConfigMap creation
failure to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on ConfigMap creation imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the ConfigMap creation operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

66. Error: InvalidStorageClass

• Description: Occurs when specifying an unsupported or invalid storage class in a

PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC) definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the storage class specified in the PVC's YAML definition to
ensure it exists and is correctly spelled and formatted.
o Verify that the storage class is supported by the Kubernetes environment and
configured to provision volumes of the desired type.
o If necessary, update the PVC's definition to specify a valid and supported
storage class for the intended use case.

67. Error: PodTerminationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to

terminate a pod.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the pod termination failure
to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server that may
be preventing pod termination.
 o If necessary, force delete the pod using the kubectl delete pod
<pod_name> --grace-period=0 --force command to override any issues
preventing normal termination.

68. Error: InvalidNodeSelector

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported node selector in a pod's

definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the node selector specified in the pod's YAML definition to
ensure it is correctly formatted and matches the labels assigned to nodes in the
cluster.
o Verify that the labels used in the node selector are valid and exist on the nodes
in the cluster.
o If necessary, update the pod's node selector to specify a valid and supported
set of labels for the intended scheduling requirements.

69. Error: IngressControllerNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified Ingress controller is not found or not deployed
in the cluster.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name and configuration of the Ingress controller specified in
the Ingress resource definition to ensure it exists and is correctly spelled and
formatted.
o Verify that the Ingress controller is deployed and running in the cluster, and
that there are no issues with its configuration or availability.
o If necessary, deploy or configure the Ingress controller according to the
documentation or specifications provided by the Ingress controller's
maintainer.

70. Error: InvalidResourcePath

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or non-existent resource path in a pod's

volume or container definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the resource path specified in the pod's volume or container
definition to ensure it exists and is accessible from within the container.
o Verify that the file or directory specified in the resource path is correctly spelled
and located in the expected location on the host or in a mounted volume.
o If necessary, update the pod's volume or container definition to specify a valid
and accessible resource path for the intended use case.

61. Error: UnauthorizedAccessAttempt

• Description: Indicates that an unauthorized access attempt was made to the Kubernetes
cluster or resources within the cluster.
 • Solution:
o Review the authentication and authorization mechanisms configured for the
Kubernetes cluster to ensure that only authorized users and service accounts
can access the cluster.
o Check for any misconfigured RBAC policies, IAM roles, or network security
settings that may be allowing unauthorized access.
o Monitor cluster activity and audit logs to detect and investigate unauthorized
access attempts, and take appropriate action to mitigate security risks.

62. Error: InvalidIngressBackend

• Description: Occurs when the backend service or pod specified in an Ingress resource is
invalid or not accessible.
• Solution:
o Double-check the backend service or pod specified in the Ingress resource
definition to ensure it exists and is correctly labeled and annotated.
o Verify that the backend service or pod is accessible from within the cluster and
that there are no network or firewall issues preventing access.
o If necessary, update the Ingress resource definition to specify a valid and
accessible backend service or pod.

63. Error: PodStuckInPendingState

• Description: Indicates that a pod is stuck in the pending state and cannot be scheduled
to a node.
• Solution:
o Check the resource requests and limits specified in the pod's YAML definition
to ensure they are within the capacity of the nodes in the cluster.
o Review the node conditions and ensure that nodes are in a ready state and
have sufficient resources available to schedule pods.
o Check for any taints or node selectors that may prevent pods from being
scheduled onto available nodes.
o Monitor the cluster for any issues with the scheduler or underlying
infrastructure that may be causing scheduling delays.

64. Error: InvalidVolumeType

• Description: Occurs when attempting to use an unsupported or invalid volume type in a

pod's volume definition.
• Solution:
o Review the volume type specified in the pod's YAML definition to ensure it is
one of the supported volume types (e.g., emptyDir, hostPath,
persistentVolumeClaim).
o Verify that the Kubernetes environment and storage provisioner support the
specified volume type.
o If necessary, update the pod's volume definition to specify a valid and
supported volume type for the intended use case.
65. Error: ConfigMapCreationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to create a

ConfigMap.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the ConfigMap creation
failure to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on ConfigMap creation imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the ConfigMap creation operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

66. Error: InvalidStorageClass

• Description: Occurs when specifying an unsupported or invalid storage class in a

PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC) definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the storage class specified in the PVC's YAML definition to
ensure it exists and is correctly spelled and formatted.
o Verify that the storage class is supported by the Kubernetes environment and
configured to provision volumes of the desired type.
o If necessary, update the PVC's definition to specify a valid and supported
storage class for the intended use case.

67. Error: PodTerminationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to

terminate a pod.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the pod termination failure
to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server that may
be preventing pod termination.
o If necessary, force delete the pod using the kubectl delete pod
<pod_name> --grace-period=0 --force command to override any issues
preventing normal termination.

68. Error: InvalidNodeSelector

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported node selector in a pod's

definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the node selector specified in the pod's YAML definition to
ensure it is correctly formatted and matches the labels assigned to nodes in the
cluster.
o Verify that the labels used in the node selector are valid and exist on the nodes
in the cluster.
 o If necessary, update the pod's node selector to specify a valid and supported
set of labels for the intended scheduling requirements.

69. Error: IngressControllerNotFound

• Description: Indicates that the specified Ingress controller is not found or not deployed
in the cluster.
• Solution:
o Double-check the name and configuration of the Ingress controller specified in
the Ingress resource definition to ensure it exists and is correctly spelled and
formatted.
o Verify that the Ingress controller is deployed and running in the cluster, and
that there are no issues with its configuration or availability.
o If necessary, deploy or configure the Ingress controller according to the
documentation or specifications provided by the Ingress controller's
maintainer.

70. Error: InvalidResourcePath

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or non-existent resource path in a pod's

volume or container definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the resource path specified in the pod's volume or container
definition to ensure it exists and is accessible from within the container.
o Verify that the file or directory specified in the resource path is correctly spelled
and located in the expected location on the host or in a mounted volume.
o If necessary, update the pod's volume or container definition to specify a valid
and accessible resource path for the intended use case.

71. Error: InvalidServicePort

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported port in a service

definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the port number specified in the service's YAML definition to
ensure it is within the valid port range and not already in use by another
service.
o Verify that the port protocol (TCP or UDP) is correctly specified and supported
by the service.
o If necessary, update the service definition to specify a valid and available port
for the intended use case.

72. Error: InvalidPersistentVolumeClaim

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported configuration for a

PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC).
• Solution:
 o Double-check the PVC's YAML definition to ensure that all required fields are
correctly specified and formatted.
o Verify that the storage class, access mode, and storage size specified in the
PVC definition are supported by the Kubernetes environment and storage
provisioner.
o If necessary, update the PVC's definition to specify a valid and supported
configuration for the intended use case.

73. Error: UnauthorizedImagePull

• Description: Occurs when attempting to pull a container image from a private registry
without providing valid authentication credentials.
• Solution:
o Ensure that the correct image pull secret containing valid authentication
credentials is specified in the pod's YAML definition.
o Verify that the credentials stored in the image pull secret are correct and have
the necessary permissions to access the container image in the private registry.
o If necessary, regenerate the image pull secret with the correct credentials and
update the pod's YAML definition to use the new secret.

74. Error: InvalidResourceName

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported resource name in a

Kubernetes object definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the resource name specified in the Kubernetes object's YAML
definition to ensure it follows naming conventions and restrictions imposed by
Kubernetes.
o Verify that the resource name is unique within its namespace and does not
conflict with existing resources.
o If necessary, update the Kubernetes object's definition to specify a valid and
compliant resource name for the intended use case.

75. Error: IngressClassNotSpecified

• Description: Occurs when attempting to use an Ingress resource without specifying the
desired Ingress class.
• Solution:
o Ensure that the desired Ingress class is specified in the Ingress resource's
annotations or using the ingressClassName field (available in Kubernetes
1.18+).
o Verify that the specified Ingress class exists and is correctly configured in the
cluster.
o If necessary, update the Ingress resource definition to specify the desired
Ingress class according to the cluster's requirements.

76. Error: ServiceAccountCreationFailed

 • Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to create a
ServiceAccount.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the ServiceAccount
creation failure to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on ServiceAccount creation imposed by
the Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the ServiceAccount creation operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

77. Error: InvalidPodTemplate

• Description: Occurs when the pod template specified in a controller (e.g., Deployment,
StatefulSet) is invalid or contains unsupported settings.
• Solution:
o Review the pod template specified in the controller's YAML definition to
identify any syntax errors or unsupported configuration settings.
o Check for deprecated options or settings that are not compatible with the
Kubernetes version or environment.
o If necessary, consult the Kubernetes documentation or community resources
for guidance on configuring pod templates for controllers and resolving
compatibility issues.

78. Error: InvalidAffinityConfiguration

• Description: Indicates that the pod's affinity or anti-affinity configuration is invalid or

contains unsupported settings.
• Solution:
o Double-check the affinity or anti-affinity rules specified in the pod's YAML
definition to ensure they are correctly formatted and supported by the
Kubernetes environment.
o Verify that the labels used in the affinity or anti-affinity rules exist on the nodes
in the cluster and match the intended scheduling requirements.
o If necessary, update the pod's affinity or anti-affinity configuration to specify
valid and supported rules for the intended use case.

79. Error: IngressCreationFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to create

an Ingress resource.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the Ingress creation failure
to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on Ingress creation imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the Ingress creation operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.
80. Error: InvalidProbeConfiguration

• Description: Occurs when the configuration settings for readiness or liveness probes in a
pod's container definition are invalid or unsupported.
• Solution:
o Review the probe configuration specified in the pod's container definition to
ensure it is correctly formatted and compliant with Kubernetes requirements.
o Check for deprecated options or settings that are not compatible with the
Kubernetes version or environment.
o If necessary, update the pod's container definition to specify valid and
supported probe configurations for the intended use case.

81. Error: InvalidIngressTLSConfiguration

• Description: Occurs when the TLS configuration specified in an Ingress resource is invalid
or contains errors.
• Solution:
o Double-check the TLS configuration specified in the Ingress resource's YAML
definition to ensure it is correctly formatted and compliant with Kubernetes
requirements.
o Verify that the TLS certificate and key files referenced in the configuration exist
and are accessible from the cluster.
o If necessary, regenerate or obtain valid TLS certificate and key files, and update
the Ingress resource definition to reference them correctly.

82. Error: InvalidNetworkPolicy

• Description: Indicates that the network policy specified for a namespace or pod is invalid
or contains unsupported settings.
• Solution:
o Review the network policy specified in the namespace or pod's YAML definition
to ensure it is correctly formatted and supported by the Kubernetes
environment.
o Verify that the Kubernetes version and network plugin support the network
policy features and options specified in the configuration.
o If necessary, consult the Kubernetes documentation or community resources
for guidance on configuring network policies and resolving compatibility
issues.

83. Error: InvalidResourceLimit

• Description: Occurs when the resource limits specified for a pod or container exceed the
available resources in the cluster.
• Solution:
o Review the resource limits specified in the pod's YAML definition to ensure
they are within the capacity of the nodes in the cluster.
 o Check the resource requests and limits of other pods running on the same
nodes to ensure that there are sufficient resources available.
o If necessary, adjust the resource limits of the pod or scale the cluster to allocate
more resources and accommodate the pod's requirements.

84. Error: PodEvictionFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to evict a

pod from a node.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the pod eviction failure to
identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any issues with the Kubernetes control plane, node conditions, or
network connectivity that may be preventing pod eviction.
o If necessary, force delete the pod using the kubectl delete pod
<pod_name> --grace-period=0 --force command to override any issues
preventing normal eviction.

85. Error: InvalidServiceSelector

• Description: Occurs when the selector specified for a service does not match any pods in
the cluster.
• Solution:
o Double-check the selector specified in the service's YAML definition to ensure
it matches the labels assigned to the pods intended to be targeted by the
service.
o Verify that the labels used in the service selector exist on the pods in the
cluster and match the intended criteria.
o If necessary, update the service's selector to specify a valid and supported set
of labels that correctly identify the pods to be targeted.

86. Error: NodeSelectorMismatch

• Description: Occurs when the node selector specified for a pod does not match any
nodes in the cluster.
• Solution:
o Double-check the node selector specified in the pod's YAML definition to
ensure it matches the labels assigned to the nodes intended to schedule the
pod.
o Verify that the labels used in the node selector exist on the nodes in the cluster
and match the intended criteria.
o If necessary, update the pod's node selector to specify a valid and supported
set of labels that correctly identify the nodes suitable for scheduling the pod.

87. Error: InvalidVolumeClaimTemplate

 • Description: Indicates that the PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC) template specified in a
StatefulSet or DaemonSet is invalid or contains errors.
• Solution:
o Review the PVC template specified in the StatefulSet or DaemonSet's YAML
definition to ensure it is correctly formatted and compliant with Kubernetes
requirements.
o Verify that the storage class, access mode, and storage size specified in the
PVC template are supported by the Kubernetes environment and storage
provisioner.
o If necessary, update the PVC template to specify a valid and supported
configuration for the intended use case.

88. Error: ConfigMapUpdateFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to update

a ConfigMap.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the ConfigMap update
failure to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on ConfigMap updates imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the ConfigMap update operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

89. Error: VolumeResizeFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to resize a

volume attached to a pod.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the volume resize failure to
identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on volume resizing imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or storage provider.
o If necessary, retry the volume resize operation or troubleshoot any underlying
issues with the storage provisioner or volume attachment process.

90. Error: SecretUpdateFailed

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to update

a Secret.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the Secret update failure
to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on Secret updates imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
o If necessary, retry the Secret update operation or troubleshoot any underlying
issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.
91. Error: PodAffinityNotFound

• Description: Occurs when the pod's affinity rule cannot find any matching pods to fulfill
the affinity requirements.
• Solution:
o Double-check the labels used in the pod's affinity rule to ensure they match
the labels assigned to other pods in the cluster.
o Verify that the labels used in the pod's affinity rule exist on other pods in the
cluster and match the intended criteria.
o If necessary, update the labels on existing pods or adjust the pod's affinity rule
to specify a valid and supported set of labels for matching.

92. Error: InvalidPodSecurityPolicy

• Description: Indicates that the Pod Security Policy (PSP) specified for a pod is invalid or
contains unsupported settings.
• Solution:
o Review the Pod Security Policy specified in the pod's YAML definition to ensure
it is correctly formatted and compliant with Kubernetes requirements.
o Verify that the PSP is enabled and enforced in the cluster and that the pod's
service account has the necessary permissions to use the PSP.
o If necessary, update the PSP's configuration or consult the Kubernetes
documentation for guidance on configuring Pod Security Policies.

93. Error: InvalidVolumeSnapshotClass

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported volume snapshot class in

a VolumeSnapshot definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the volume snapshot class specified in the VolumeSnapshot's
YAML definition to ensure it exists and is correctly spelled and formatted.
o Verify that the volume snapshot class is supported by the Kubernetes
environment and configured to provision volume snapshots of the desired
type.
o If necessary, update the VolumeSnapshot's definition to specify a valid and
supported volume snapshot class for the intended use case.

94. Error: InvalidRoleBinding

• Description: Indicates that the RoleBinding or ClusterRoleBinding specified for a user or

service account is invalid or contains errors.
• Solution:
o Review the RoleBinding or ClusterRoleBinding specified in the YAML definition
to ensure it is correctly formatted and compliant with Kubernetes
requirements.
o Verify that the subjects and role or cluster role specified in the binding exist
and have the necessary permissions to access the resources.
 o If necessary, update the binding's definition to specify valid subjects, roles, or
cluster roles for the intended use case.

95. Error: InvalidDeploymentStrategy

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported deployment strategy in a

Deployment definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the deployment strategy specified in the Deployment's YAML
definition to ensure it is correctly spelled and formatted.
o Verify that the deployment strategy is supported by the Kubernetes
environment and compatible with the deployment's requirements.
o If necessary, update the Deployment's definition to specify a valid and
supported deployment strategy for the intended use case.

96. Error: ServiceUnavailable

• Description: Indicates that a service is not available within the cluster.

• Solution:
o Check the status of the service using kubectl get svc to verify its availability
and endpoints.
o Review the logs and events for the service to identify any errors or issues
preventing it from functioning correctly.
o Ensure that the pods backing the service are running and healthy, and that any
dependencies required by the service are also available and operational.

97. Error: InvalidNodeTaint

• Description: Occurs when specifying an invalid or unsupported node taint in a Node's

definition.
• Solution:
o Double-check the node taint specified in the Node's YAML definition to ensure
it is correctly spelled and formatted.
o Verify that the node taint is supported by the Kubernetes environment and
compatible with the node's requirements.
o If necessary, update the Node's definition to specify a valid and supported
node taint for the intended use case.

98. Error: InvalidNamespaceDeletion

• Description: Indicates that Kubernetes encountered an error while attempting to delete a

namespace.
• Solution:
o Review the error message or events associated with the namespace deletion
failure to identify the cause of the issue.
o Check for any restrictions or limitations on namespace deletion imposed by the
Kubernetes environment or configuration.
 o If necessary, retry the namespace deletion operation or troubleshoot any
underlying issues with the Kubernetes control plane or API server.

99. Error: InvalidClusterRole

• Description: Indicates that the ClusterRole specified for a user or service account is
invalid or contains errors.
• Solution:
o Review the ClusterRole specified in the YAML definition to ensure it is correctly
formatted and compliant with Kubernetes requirements.
o Verify that the rules and permissions specified in the ClusterRole are
appropriate for the intended use case.
o If necessary, update the ClusterRole's definition to specify valid rules and
permissions for the user or service account.

100. Error: UnableToFetchLogs

• Description: Occurs when Kubernetes is unable to fetch logs from a pod.

• Solution:
o Check the status of the pod using kubectl get pods to verify its state and
health.
o Ensure that the pod is running and accessible from the Kubernetes control
plane.
o If necessary, review the pod's configuration and network settings to
troubleshoot any issues preventing log retrieval.