deployment of VM using PowerShell azure CLI command for Azure module exercise in the pathway learning

Question

Hi,

A newbie here currently doing the learning pathway for AZ900. Currently doing an exercise to create a VM and install a web server through Azure CLI but it's my first time using PowerShell and even after following exercise instruction to the tee I always encounter an error message. See below( from my activity log )

• Error code- InvalidTemplateDeployment
• Message. The template deployment '<removed PII>'

is not valid according to the validation procedure. The tracking id is '7f48d44a-cfd5-4a6d-af55-234c64d88590'. See inner errors for details.

I think its either the VM image is not recognized in my region EASTUS, which defeats the purpose of the exercise if I can't deploy the VM using their specific specs, or I have reached my quota but I am just on basic pay as you go subscription with credit left and some free services available for 12 months.

Any help is much appreciated!

Answer 1

The error you are encountering, InvalidTemplateDeployment, typically indicates that there is an issue with the parameters or resources specified in your Azure Resource Manager (ARM) template or the Azure CLI command you are using. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot this issue:

1. Check the VM Image Availability: Ensure that the VM image you are trying to deploy is available in the EASTUS region. You can verify the available images by using the Azure CLI command az vm image list --location eastus --output table to see a list of images that can be used.
2. Review Quota Limits: Since you mentioned that you might have reached your quota, check your subscription's resource limits. You can do this by navigating to the Azure portal and checking your subscription's usage and limits. If you have reached the limit for a specific resource type, you may need to delete some existing resources or request an increase in your quota.
3. Validate the Template: If you are using an ARM template, validate it before deployment. You can use the following command to validate your template:

      az deployment group validate --resource-group <your-resource-group> --template-file <path-to-your-template>
   

   This command will help identify any issues in your template before you attempt to deploy it.
4. Check for Inner Errors: The error message mentions "inner errors". If available, check the inner error details for more specific information about what might be wrong with your deployment.
5. Use Correct Parameters: Make sure that all required parameters are provided and correctly formatted in your command or template. Missing or incorrect parameters can lead to deployment failures.

By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue with your VM deployment. If the problem persists, consider sharing the specific command or template you are using for further assistance.

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References:

• Resolve errors for SKU not available
• Troubleshoot virtual machine deployment failures in Azure DevTest Labs