When you encounter the error message “Invalid hostname for this tenancy,” it means that the hostname you provided is not recognized or allowed within the context of the current tenancy or domain. This error usually occurs when you are trying to access a specific service or resource using an incorrect or invalid hostname.
To better understand this error, let’s consider an example:
Imagine you have a tenancy on a cloud platform where you can create virtual machines. Each virtual machine is assigned a hostname, which is a unique identifier for that machine. Let’s say you have a virtual machine with the hostname “my-vm”. To access this virtual machine, you typically use the hostname as part of the URL, such as “http://my-vm.example.com”.
However, if you mistakenly provide an invalid hostname like “invalid-host”, and try to access the virtual machine using “http://invalid-host.example.com”, you will encounter the “Invalid hostname for this tenancy” error. This error occurs because the provided hostname (“invalid-host”) does not exist or is not allowed within the given tenancy or domain.
To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the hostname you are using is valid and recognized within the context of your tenancy or domain. Check that you have the correct spelling, proper formatting, and that the hostname has been registered or configured correctly.
Keep in mind that the exact steps to fix this error may vary depending on the specific system or service you are using. It is recommended to consult the documentation or support resources provided by your cloud platform or service provider for more specific troubleshooting steps related to the “Invalid hostname for this tenancy” error.