I am trying to restore a PostgreSQL flexible server using point-in-time restore (PITR). During the process, I am unable to proceed because every server name I enter is being rejected, even those that are clearly unique and valid (e.g., ny-flex-pg-db-20250

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I am trying to restore a PostgreSQL flexible server using point-in-time restore (PITR). During the process, I am unable to proceed because every server name I enter is being rejected, even those that are clearly unique and valid (e.g., ny-flex-pg-db-20250

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I am trying to restore a PostgreSQL flexible server using point-in-time restore (PITR). During the process, I am unable to proceed because every server name I enter is being rejected, even those that are clearly unique and valid (e.g., ny-flex-pg-db-202506051030, niyaleo-restore2025, and other random names).

The error I receive is:

“Server name must be available” —even when the name meets all the documented requirements (lowercase letters, 3–63 characters, no leading/trailing hyphen, etc.).

Naveena Patlolla 3,605 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-06-05T09:47:42.19+00:00

Hi Collins

Avoid reusing Original Server Name: During the restore process, Azure requires a new server name. Check if any space has been added.

Requirements for PostgreSQL Flexible Server Names Allowed characters: Only lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens (-). Length: Between 3 and 63 characters. Must start with a letter. Must end with a letter or number. No consecutive hyphens (e.g., my--server is invalid). Must be globally unique across Azure

Reference link: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/postgresql/flexible-server/how-to-restore-latest-restore-point?tabs=portal-restore-latest-point Please let me know if you face any challenge here, I can help you to resolve this issue further

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Collins 0 Reputation points

2025-06-05T10:35:31.6533333+00:00

I have tried all this and I still get the same error.
More info: The previous subscription was disabled and I am attempting to restore to a new subscription.
Naveena Patlolla 3,605 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-06-05T12:05:45.3833333+00:00

Hi Collins
I have reached out to you in a private message
Thankyou

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Naveena Patlolla 3,605 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-06-05T09:47:42.19+00:00

Hi Collins

Avoid reusing Original Server Name: During the restore process, Azure requires a new server name. Check if any space has been added.

Requirements for PostgreSQL Flexible Server Names Allowed characters: Only lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens (-). Length: Between 3 and 63 characters. Must start with a letter. Must end with a letter or number. No consecutive hyphens (e.g., my--server is invalid). Must be globally unique across Azure

Reference link: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/postgresql/flexible-server/how-to-restore-latest-restore-point?tabs=portal-restore-latest-point Please let me know if you face any challenge here, I can help you to resolve this issue further

Provide your valuable Comments.

Please do not forget to “upvote it” wherever the information provided helps you, this can be beneficial to other community members.it would be greatly appreciated and helpful to others.
Collins 0 Reputation points

2025-06-05T10:35:31.6533333+00:00

I have tried all this and I still get the same error.
More info: The previous subscription was disabled and I am attempting to restore to a new subscription.
Naveena Patlolla 3,605 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-06-05T12:05:45.3833333+00:00

Hi Collins
I have reached out to you in a private message
Thankyou

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Naveena Patlolla 3,605 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Hi Collins
Since your subscription has been disabled, you'll need to reactivate it before you can proceed with restoring a server.
Please let me know if you face any challenge here, I can help you to resolve this issue further

Provide your valuable Comments.

Please do not forget to "Accept the answer” and “upvote it” wherever the information provided helps you, this can be beneficial to other community members.it would be greatly appreciated and helpful to others.

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