--- title: "esx.problem.net.firewall.config.failed" description: "Firewall configuration failed. There is a configuration issue with the network firewall. A configuration operation has failed. See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event. Review firewall and network configuration." canonical: "https://helpcenter.veeam.com/docs/mp/kb/esx.problem.net.firewall.config.failed.html" breadcrumb: "Veeam MP for VMware Online Knowledge Base > Event-Based Rules > vSphere Host Network Error > esx.problem.net.firewall.config.failed" dateModified: "2026-09-10" --- # esx.problem.net.firewall.config.failed ## Summary Firewall configuration failed. ## Causes There is a configuration issue with the network firewall. A configuration operation has failed. ## Resolutions See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event. Review firewall and network configuration. ## External Refer to the [VMware Online Documentation](https://techdocs.broadcom.com/) for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.