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Created on Sep 14, 2026

PostgreSQL Backup & Restore Procedure/Script for Disaster Recovery and Cluster Failure Scenarios

  • Complete PostgreSQL database backup procedure.

  • Complete PostgreSQL database restore procedure.

  • IBM-supported backup and restore scripts or automation.

  • Pre-backup validation and health-check procedures.

  • Post-restore validation steps to confirm application functionality and data integrity.

  • Recovery procedures for PostgreSQL cluster corruption, failure, or unavailability.

  • Backup retention recommendations and operational best practices.

  • Guidance for restoring:

    • Within the same Cloud Pak for AIOps cluster.

    • Between clusters running the same Cloud Pak for AIOps version.

    • Between clusters running different Cloud Pak for AIOps version v4.13.1 to 5.x

    • Expected application impact and downtime during backup and restore activities.

  • Documentation of prerequisites, limitations, dependencies, and known considerations.

Idea priority Urgent