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SSH Protocol Error: Invalid state for the command

The SSH Protocol Error: < Invalid state for the command > usually happens in CoreFTP if the "Use Putty compatible SFTP" option is not selected. Serv-U MFT.

First published date

10/29/2018 2:18 PM

Last published date

10/29/2018 2:18 PM

Overview

This error usually happens in CoreFTP if "Use Putty compatible SFTP" is not selected.

Product section

Serv-U Managed File Transfer & Serv-U FTP Server

Resolution

1. Check the FTP client configuration to verify if the correct protocol is set for SFTP.

2. If this is CoreFTP, navigate to advanced settings > SSH.

3. Check the box "Use Putty compatible SFTP".

4. Reconnect to SFTP.

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