---
title: "esx.problem.vmsyslogd.unexpected"
description: "Log daemon has failed for an unexpected reason. There is an issue with logging configuration for this host. Review the event description for detail on the cause. See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event."
canonical: "https://helpcenter.veeam.com/docs/mp/kb/esx.problem.vmsyslogd.unexpected.html"
breadcrumb: "Veeam MP for VMware Online Knowledge Base > Event-Based Rules > vSphere Host Warning > esx.problem.vmsyslogd.unexpected"
dateModified: "2026-09-10"
---

# esx.problem.vmsyslogd.unexpected

## Summary

Log daemon has failed for an unexpected reason.

## Causes

There is an issue with logging configuration for this host. Review the event description for detail on the cause.

## Resolutions

See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event.

## External

Refer to the [VMware Online Documentation](https://techdocs.broadcom.com/) for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.