Attempt to use certain names for tiers results in error (2581390)

Last published : Sep 18, 2026
If you attempt to use certain names for tiers, the following error message is displayed:
SFORA dbdst_classify ERROR V-81-6107 Invalid Classname BALANCE
This error occurs because the following names are reserved and are not permitted as tier names for SmartTier:
  • BALANCE
  • CHECKPOINT
  • METADATA
Workaround: Use a name for SmartTier classes that is not a reserved name.